How much does it cost to rent in Powder Springs, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Powder Springs, GA is $2,095. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Powder Springs cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Powder Springs is one of the pricier cities in Georgia, ranking #28 out of 135 cities tracked at $2,095/mo.

When was Powder Springs rent data last updated?

Powder Springs 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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Powder Springs

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Pop. 18,009·28th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Powder Springs, GA

Median rent (all units)

$2,095/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.6%

Month-over-Month

-0.2%

vs US Median

+$130

Stable (Monthly)

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Powder Springs · $2,095

More expensive than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

68/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% below what Powder Springs's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,095/mo

Expected by trend

$2,306/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,850

1 BR

$1,920

2 BR

$2,130

3 BR

$2,570

4 BR+

$3,090

Research median

$2,130/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

$25,140/yr

At $2,095/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.6% YoY, -0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Powder Springs, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 41% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

18,009

Median income

$105,070

Median age

41.1

Renters

17.6%

Age distribution

24.5%

20.4%

27.8%

13.4%

13.8%

Under 1824.5%

18–3420.4%

35–5427.8%

55–6413.4%

65+13.8%

Gender

47.8%

52.2%

Male47.8%

Female52.2%

Race & ethnicity

25.4%

51.5%

17.3%

White25.4%

Black51.5%

Hispanic17.3%

Asian1.6%

Other4.1%

Education (25+)

23.3%

28%

41%

No HS diploma7.7%

HS diploma23.3%

Some college28%

Bachelor's+41%

Housing tenure

82.4%

17.6%

Owner82.4%

Renter17.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Powder Springs, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,593 → $2,095

up 31.5%

Income

$78,912 → $105,070

up 33.1%

Population

16,698 → 18,009

up 7.9%

Renter share

22.3% → 17.6%

-4.7 pts

Bachelor's+

37% → 41%

+4.0 pts

Median age

38 → 41.1

+3.1 yrs

The median rent in Powder Springs, GA stood at $1,593 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,095, reflecting a 31.5% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $78,912 in 2021 to $105,070 more recently. The population has grown by 7.9% since 2021, moving from about 16,698 residents to roughly 18,009. Renters now make up 17.6% of households, compared with 22.3% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 41% of adults here, versus 37% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Powder Springs, GA market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Powder Springs on your salary?

At $2,095/mo, how Powder Springs rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 28% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 39.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 34.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 19.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 15% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 42.1% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 46.7% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 37.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Powder Springs rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Powder Springs, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Powder Springs is $2,095/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,850/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,130/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,920/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,570/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($105,070/yr), Powder Springs ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Powder Springs an affordable city for renters?

Powder Springs is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,095/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($105,070/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Powder Springs falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Powder Springs?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,095/mo in Powder Springs. The local median household income is $105,070/yr, meaning the typical Powder Springs household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Powder Springs?

Rent in Powder Springs has increased 0.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Powder Springs rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Powder Springs is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #28 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,095/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Powder Springs?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Powder Springs ($2,095/mo): Lithia Springs ($1,547/mo), Kennesaw ($1,774/mo), Austell ($1,851/mo).

What percentage of Powder Springs residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 17.6% of Powder Springs households are renters, while 82.4% are owner-occupied. Powder Springs leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Powder Springs rent compare to the national average?

Powder Springs's median rent of $2,095/mo is $130 (7%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #28 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,095/mo, rent takes ~24% of Powder Springs's median household income ($105,070/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Powder Springs 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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