How much does it cost to rent in Mcdonough, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Mcdonough, GA is $1,847. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mcdonough cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Mcdonough falls in the middle range for Georgia, ranking #61 out of 135 cities at $1,847/mo.

When was Mcdonough rent data last updated?

Mcdonough rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Mcdonough

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Pop. 30,947·61st most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for McDonough, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,847/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.5%

Month-over-Month

-0.7%

vs US Median

-$118

Falling (Monthly)

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Mcdonough · $1,847

More affordable than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

79/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 15% below what Mcdonough's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,847/mo

Expected by trend

$2,165/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Mcdonough's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,675

1 BR

$1,740

2 BR

$1,925

3 BR

$2,320

4 BR+

$2,795

Research median

$1,925/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$22,164/yr

At $1,847/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (4.5% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.5% YoY, -0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Mcdonough, GA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, 28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

30,947

Median income

$75,343

Median age

33.2

Renters

45.2%

Age distribution

26.4%

25.3%

29.2%

Under 1826.4%

18–3425.3%

35–5429.2%

55–6410.4%

65+8.8%

Gender

47.8%

52.2%

Male47.8%

Female52.2%

Race & ethnicity

15.5%

72.3%

White15.5%

Black72.3%

Hispanic7.1%

Asian1.8%

Other3.3%

Education (25+)

26.4%

38.9%

28.5%

No HS diploma6.2%

HS diploma26.4%

Some college38.9%

Bachelor's+28.5%

Housing tenure

54.8%

45.2%

Owner54.8%

Renter45.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mcdonough, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,500 → $1,847

up 23.1%

Income

$73,215 → $75,343

up 2.9%

Population

28,574 → 30,947

up 8.3%

Renter share

49.6% → 45.2%

-4.4 pts

Bachelor's+

27.7% → 28.5%

+0.8 pts

Median age

31.1 → 33.2

+2.1 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Mcdonough, GA has climbed by $347 per month, settling near $1,847 after starting the period at $1,500. Household income in the area moved from $73,215 to $75,343 across the same window, up 2.9% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 20.2 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 28,574 to 30,947 between 2021 and 2024, a 8.3% change. About 45.2% of households rent today, against 49.6% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Mcdonough, GA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Mcdonough on your salary?

At $1,847/mo, how Mcdonough rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 24.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 34.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 30.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 16.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 41.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 33.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Mcdonough rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Mcdonough. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Mcdonough, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mcdonough is $1,847/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,675/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,925/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,740/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,320/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($75,343/yr), Mcdonough ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mcdonough an affordable city for renters?

Mcdonough is considered affordable for renters. At $1,847/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($75,343/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mcdonough falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Mcdonough?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,847/mo in Mcdonough. The local median household income is $75,343/yr, meaning the typical Mcdonough household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mcdonough?

Rent in Mcdonough has increased 4.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Mcdonough neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Mcdonough are 30253 ($1,802/mo), and 30252 ($2,150/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Mcdonough is $1,847/mo.

How does Mcdonough rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Mcdonough is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #61 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,847/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mcdonough?

Stockbridge is nearby and more affordable at $1,593/mo, which is $254 less than Mcdonough.

What percentage of Mcdonough residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.2% of Mcdonough households are renters, while 54.8% are owner-occupied. Mcdonough leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mcdonough rent compare to the national average?

Mcdonough's median rent of $1,847/mo is $118 (6%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #61 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,847/mo, rent takes ~29% of Mcdonough's median household income ($75,343/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mcdonough 29%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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