How much does it cost to rent in Richmond Hill, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Richmond Hill, GA is $2,292. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Richmond Hill cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Richmond Hill is one of the pricier cities in Georgia, ranking #9 out of 135 cities tracked at $2,292/mo.

When was Richmond Hill rent data last updated?

Richmond Hill rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · GA

Richmond Hill

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Pop. 18,181·9th most expensive in Georgia·Richmond Hill rents are up 12.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,292/mo

Year-over-Year

+12.6%

Month-over-Month

+1.2%

vs US Median

+$327

Rising (Monthly)

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Richmond Hill · $2,292

More expensive than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

46/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% above what Richmond Hill's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,292/mo

Expected by trend

$2,246/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,780

1 BR

$1,920

2 BR

$2,130

3 BR

$2,870

4 BR+

$3,310

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

$27,504/yr

At $2,292/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 12.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+12.6% YoY, +1.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Richmond Hill, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 36.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

18,181

Median income

$92,824

Median age

31.1

Renters

37.4%

Age distribution

33.6%

23.1%

30.8%

Under 1833.6%

18–3423.1%

35–5430.8%

55–646.1%

65+6.5%

Gender

47%

53%

Male47%

Female53%

Race & ethnicity

62.9%

14.4%

14.6%

White62.9%

Black14.4%

Hispanic14.6%

Asian2.7%

Other5.3%

Education (25+)

17.6%

39.2%

36.8%

No HS diploma6.3%

HS diploma17.6%

Some college39.2%

Bachelor's+36.8%

Housing tenure

62.6%

37.4%

Owner62.6%

Renter37.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Richmond Hill, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,498 → $2,292

up 53.0%

Income

$77,878 → $92,824

up 19.2%

Population

15,900 → 18,181

up 14.3%

Renter share

41% → 37.4%

-3.6 pts

Bachelor's+

37.1% → 36.8%

-0.3 pts

Median age

32.2 → 31.1

-1.1 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Richmond Hill, GA has shifted from $1,498 to $2,292, up 53.0% since 2021. Household income in the area moved from $77,878 to $92,824 across the same window, up 19.2% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Richmond Hill, GA adding about 2,281 residents over the five-year window, up 14.3% on net. The renter share has eased from 41% to 37.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Richmond Hill, GA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Richmond Hill on your salary?

At $2,292/mo, how Richmond Hill rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 30.6% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 43.2% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 37.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 21% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 16.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 46.1% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 51.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 41.4% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Richmond Hill rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Richmond Hill. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Richmond Hill, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Richmond Hill is $2,292/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,780/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,130/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,920/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,870/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($92,824/yr), Richmond Hill ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Richmond Hill an affordable city for renters?

Richmond Hill is considered moderate for renters. At $2,292/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($92,824/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Richmond Hill slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Richmond Hill?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $92,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,292/mo in Richmond Hill. The local median household income is $92,824/yr, meaning the typical Richmond Hill household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Richmond Hill?

Rent in Richmond Hill has increased 12.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Richmond Hill rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Richmond Hill is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #9 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,292/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Richmond Hill?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Richmond Hill ($2,292/mo): Hardeeville ($1,499/mo), Pooler ($1,692/mo), Hinesville ($1,730/mo).

What percentage of Richmond Hill residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.4% of Richmond Hill households are renters, while 62.6% are owner-occupied. Richmond Hill leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Richmond Hill rent compare to the national average?

Richmond Hill's median rent of $2,292/mo is $327 (17%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #9 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

30%

MODERATE

At $2,292/mo, rent takes ~30% of Richmond Hill's median household income ($92,824/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Richmond Hill 30%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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