2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Palmetto, GA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Palmetto, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +32% lower than the citywide median of $2,095 and +14% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-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 2-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 2-bedroom in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Georgia
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,480 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,360 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,350 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,320 |
| 5 | Grayson | $2,180 |
| 6 | Cumming | $2,143 |
| 7 | Richmond Hill | $2,130 |
| 8 | Powder Springs | $2,130 |
| 9 | Snellville | $2,115 |
| 10 | Buford | $2,115 |
| 11 | Milton | $2,110 |
| 12 | Lawrenceville | $2,110 |
| 13 | Auburn | $2,110 |
| 14 | Woodstock | $2,100 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $2,048 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Palmetto.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Palmetto |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairburn, GA | 6.6 mi | $2,000 | +$580 (+41%) |
| Tyrone, GA | 10.1 mi | $1,135 | $-285 (-20%) |
| Newnan, GA | 10.8 mi | $1,825 | +$405 (+29%) |
| Union City, GA | 12.5 mi | $1,520 | +$100 (+7%) |
| Douglasville, GA | 12.5 mi | $1,670 | +$250 (+18%) |
| Peachtree City, GA | 15 mi | $2,320 | +$900 (+63%) |
| Villa Rica, GA | 17.9 mi | $1,690 | +$270 (+19%) |
| College Park, GA | 19.9 mi | $1,360 | $-60 (-4%) |
| East Point, GA | 20.2 mi | $1,680 | +$260 (+18%) |
| Riverdale, GA | 20.9 mi | $1,650 | +$230 (+16%) |
| Hiram, GA | 21.9 mi | $1,910 | +$490 (+35%) |
| Mableton, GA | 21.9 mi | $1,780 | +$360 (+25%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Palmetto — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Palmetto?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Palmetto, Georgia is $1,420 per month. This is +32% below the citywide median of $2,095.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Palmetto?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $56,800 ($4,733/month gross), which works out to roughly $27.31/hour at a full-time job.
Is Palmetto expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Palmetto's 2-bedroom median of $1,420 is +14% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 34th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Palmetto rank for 2-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 134 cities in Georgia with 2-bedroom data, Palmetto ranks #53 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Palmetto?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Tyrone ($1,135), College Park ($1,360).