Studio Apartment Rent in McDonough, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in McDonough, Georgia as of August 2026. That's +8% lower than the citywide median of $1,822 and +30% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in McDonough
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in McDonough
Compare McDonough's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a studio in Georgia
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,160 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,050 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,040 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,020 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,900 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,863 |
| 7 | Powder Springs | $1,850 |
| 8 | Snellville | $1,840 |
| 9 | Lawrenceville | $1,835 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,830 |
| 11 | Auburn | $1,830 |
| 12 | Woodstock | $1,825 |
| 13 | Buford | $1,825 |
| 14 | Richmond Hill | $1,780 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,780 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than McDonough.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs McDonough |
|---|---|---|---|
| Locust Grove, GA | 7.6 mi | $1,510 | $-165 (-10%) |
| Stockbridge, GA | 8.9 mi | $1,510 | $-165 (-10%) |
| Rex, GA | 13.4 mi | $1,420 | $-255 (-15%) |
| Hampton, GA | 13.5 mi | $1,610 | $-65 (-4%) |
| Conyers, GA | 15.6 mi | $1,460 | $-215 (-13%) |
| Ellenwood, GA | 16 mi | $1,650 | $-25 (-1%) |
| Jonesboro, GA | 16.3 mi | $1,400 | $-275 (-16%) |
| Lithonia, GA | 16.7 mi | $1,560 | $-115 (-7%) |
| Covington, GA | 17.9 mi | $1,435 | $-240 (-14%) |
| Conley, GA | 19.4 mi | $1,130 | $-545 (-33%) |
| Griffin, GA | 19.5 mi | $1,220 | $-455 (-27%) |
| Forest Park, GA | 20.4 mi | $1,170 | $-505 (-30%) |
Studio rent in McDonough — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in McDonough?
As of August 2026, the median studio apartment rent in McDonough, Georgia is $1,675 per month. This is +8% below the citywide median of $1,822.
What income do you need to afford a studio in McDonough?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $67,000 ($5,583/month gross), which works out to roughly $32.21/hour at a full-time job.
Is McDonough expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
McDonough's studio median of $1,675 is +30% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 75th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does McDonough rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 122 cities in Georgia with studio data, McDonough ranks #103 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near McDonough?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Locust Grove ($1,510), Stockbridge ($1,510), Rex ($1,420).