1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Palmetto, GA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Palmetto, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +39% lower than the citywide median of $2,095 and +8% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Palmetto
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Palmetto
Compare Palmetto's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,240 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,130 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,120 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,100 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,970 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,933 |
| 7 | Richmond Hill | $1,920 |
| 8 | Powder Springs | $1,920 |
| 9 | Snellville | $1,910 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,910 |
| 11 | Buford | $1,910 |
| 12 | Auburn | $1,910 |
| 13 | Lawrenceville | $1,905 |
| 14 | Woodstock | $1,900 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,851 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Palmetto.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Palmetto |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairburn, GA | 6.6 mi | $1,810 | +$530 (+41%) |
| Newnan, GA | 10.8 mi | $1,650 | +$370 (+29%) |
| Union City, GA | 12.5 mi | $1,370 | +$90 (+7%) |
| Douglasville, GA | 12.5 mi | $1,505 | +$225 (+18%) |
| Peachtree City, GA | 15 mi | $2,100 | +$820 (+64%) |
| Villa Rica, GA | 17.9 mi | $1,530 | +$250 (+20%) |
| College Park, GA | 19.9 mi | $1,230 | $-50 (-4%) |
| East Point, GA | 20.2 mi | $1,520 | +$240 (+19%) |
| Riverdale, GA | 20.9 mi | $1,490 | +$210 (+16%) |
| Hiram, GA | 21.9 mi | $1,730 | +$450 (+35%) |
| Mableton, GA | 21.9 mi | $1,610 | +$330 (+26%) |
| Powder Springs, GA | 22.7 mi | $1,920 | +$640 (+50%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Palmetto — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Palmetto?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Palmetto, Georgia is $1,280 per month. This is +39% below the citywide median of $2,095.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Palmetto?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $51,200 ($4,267/month gross), which works out to roughly $24.62/hour at a full-time job.
Is Palmetto expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Palmetto's 1-bedroom median of $1,280 is +8% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 42th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Palmetto rank for 1-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 129 cities in Georgia with 1-bedroom data, Palmetto ranks #49 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Palmetto?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include College Park ($1,230).