City Report · GA

Peachtree City

Pop. 39,576·11th most expensive in Georgia·Peachtree City rents are up 11.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,286/mo
Year-over-Year
+11.3%
Month-over-Month
+6.2%
vs US Median
+$321
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Peachtree City · $2,286
More expensive than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
58/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Peachtree City's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,286/mo
Expected by trend
$2,386/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,020
1 BR
$2,100
2 BR
$2,320
3 BR
$2,800
4 BR+
$3,360
Research median
$2,320/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
$27,432/yr
At $2,286/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 11.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+11.3% YoY, +6.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Peachtree City, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 61.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
39,576
Median income
$113,987
Median age
44.5
Renters
27.9%
Age distribution
23.4%
15%
27.9%
12.7%
21%
Under 1823.4%
18–3415%
35–5427.9%
55–6412.7%
65+21%
Gender
46.8%
53.2%
Male46.8%
Female53.2%
Race & ethnicity
70.2%
White70.2%
Black10.2%
Hispanic9%
Asian8.6%
Other2.1%
Education (25+)
13.3%
22.3%
61.6%
No HS diploma2.9%
HS diploma13.3%
Some college22.3%
Bachelor's+61.6%
Housing tenure
72.1%
27.9%
Owner72.1%
Renter27.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Peachtree City, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,599 → $2,286
up 43.0%
Income
$103,374 → $113,987
up 10.3%
Population
37,867 → 39,576
up 4.5%
Renter share
26.8% → 27.9%
+1.1 pts
Bachelor's+
59% → 61.6%
+2.6 pts
Median age
42.8 → 44.5
+1.7 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Peachtree City, GA paid around $1,599 a month. That figure now sits near $2,286, up 43.0% from the 2021 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Peachtree City, GA now reports about $113,987, up from $103,374 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Peachtree City, GA adding about 1,709 residents over the five-year window, up 4.5% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 59% to 61.6% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Peachtree City, GA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Peachtree City rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Peachtree City, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Peachtree City is $2,286/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,020/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,320/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,100/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,800/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($113,987/yr), Peachtree City ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Peachtree City an affordable city for renters?

Peachtree City is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,286/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($113,987/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Peachtree City falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Peachtree City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $91,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,286/mo in Peachtree City. The local median household income is $113,987/yr, meaning the typical Peachtree City household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Peachtree City?

Rent in Peachtree City has increased 11.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Peachtree City rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Peachtree City is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #11 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,286/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Peachtree City?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Peachtree City ($2,286/mo): Union City ($1,826/mo), Tyrone ($1,975/mo), Fairburn ($2,072/mo).

What percentage of Peachtree City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.9% of Peachtree City households are renters, while 72.1% are owner-occupied. Peachtree City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Peachtree City rent compare to the national average?

Peachtree City's median rent of $2,286/mo is $321 (16%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #11 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,286/mo, rent takes ~24% of Peachtree City's median household income ($113,987/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Peachtree City 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.99%
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