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Martinez

Pop. 33,750·85th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Martinez, GA
Median rent (all units)
$1,712/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.1%
Month-over-Month
+2.2%
vs US Median
-$253
Rising (Monthly)
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Martinez · $1,712
More affordable than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
44/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% above what Martinez's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$1,712/mo
Expected by trend
$1,666/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Martinez's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,000
1 BR
$1,190
2 BR
$1,350
3 BR
$1,780
4 BR+
$2,170
Research median
$1,350/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$20,544/yr
At $1,712/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 4.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.1% YoY, +2.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Martinez, GA is majority owner-occupied, 37.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
33,750
Median income
$81,602
Median age
39.1
Renters
28.8%
Age distribution
20.5%
24%
26.5%
17.7%
Under 1820.5%
18–3424%
35–5426.5%
55–6411.4%
65+17.7%
Gender
48.1%
51.9%
Male48.1%
Female51.9%
Race & ethnicity
68.8%
13%
White68.8%
Black13%
Hispanic9.7%
Asian8.1%
Other0.5%
Education (25+)
21.7%
31.3%
37.2%
No HS diploma9.8%
HS diploma21.7%
Some college31.3%
Bachelor's+37.2%
Housing tenure
71.2%
28.8%
Owner71.2%
Renter28.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2022 vs 2026

How Martinez, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,358 → $1,712
up 26.1%
Income
$80,243 → $81,602
up 1.7%
Population
33,829 → 33,750
down 0.2%
Renter share
27.6% → 28.8%
+1.2 pts
Bachelor's+
39.9% → 37.2%
-2.7 pts
Median age
38.3 → 39.1
+0.8 yrs

Since 2022, the typical rent in Martinez, GA has increased from $1,358 to $1,712, a 26.1% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $80,243 in 2021 to $81,602 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 37.2% of adults here, versus 39.9% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Martinez, GA market of 2022.

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About renting in Martinez, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Martinez is $1,712/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,000/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,350/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,190/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,780/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($81,602/yr), Martinez ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Martinez an affordable city for renters?

Martinez is considered affordable for renters. At $1,712/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($81,602/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Martinez falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Martinez?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,712/mo in Martinez. The local median household income is $81,602/yr, meaning the typical Martinez household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Martinez?

Rent in Martinez has increased 4.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Martinez rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Martinez is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #85 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,712/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Martinez?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Martinez ($1,712/mo): Augusta ($1,392/mo), North Augusta ($1,569/mo).

What percentage of Martinez residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.8% of Martinez households are renters, while 71.2% are owner-occupied. Martinez leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Martinez rent compare to the national average?

Martinez's median rent of $1,712/mo is $253 (13%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #85 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,712/mo, rent takes ~25% of Martinez's median household income ($81,602/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.99%
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