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Ringgold

Pop. 3,435·91st most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Ringgold, GA
Median rent (all units)
$1,678/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.3%
Month-over-Month
+0.7%
vs US Median
-$284
Rising (Monthly)
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Ringgold · $1,678
More affordable than 63% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
47% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,678/mo, rent takes about 47% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$67,000/yr
Local median income
$42,583/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Ringgold's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,130
1 BR
$1,180
2 BR
$1,310
3 BR
$1,650
4 BR+
$1,780
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,310/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,678 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$20,136/yr
At $1,678/mo median
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Demographics

Who lives here

Ringgold, GA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
3,435
Median income
$42,583
Median age
41.2
Renters
51.6%
Age distribution
22%
19.9%
25.2%
12.3%
20.5%
Under 1822%
18–3419.9%
35–5425.2%
55–6412.3%
65+20.5%
Gender
55.4%
44.6%
Male55.4%
Female44.6%
Race & ethnicity
88.4%
White88.4%
Black3.1%
Hispanic3%
Other5%
Education (25+)
13.5%
43.5%
25%
17.9%
No HS diploma13.5%
HS diploma43.5%
Some college25%
Bachelor's+17.9%
Housing tenure
48.4%
51.6%
Owner48.4%
Renter51.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Ringgold, GA has changed in 5 years

Income
$53,218 → $42,583
down 20.0%
Population
3,410 → 3,435
up 0.7%
Renter share
52.2% → 51.6%
-0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
24.9% → 17.9%
-7.0 pts

Median household income slipped from $53,218 to $42,583 between 2021 and 2024, a 20.0% shift. College-educated residents now make up 17.9% of adults here, versus 24.9% in 2021.

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Ringgold rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Ringgold, GA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Ringgold is $1,678/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,130/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,310/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,180/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,650/mo.

At 47% of local median household income ($42,583/yr), Ringgold ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ringgold an affordable city for renters?

Ringgold is considered stretched for renters. At $1,678/mo, rent takes approximately 47% of the local median household income ($42,583/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ringgold significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Ringgold?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,678/mo in Ringgold. The local median household income is $42,583/yr, meaning the typical Ringgold household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ringgold?

Rent in Ringgold has increased 1.3% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Ringgold rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Ringgold is one of the more affordable cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #91 out of 133 tracked cities at $1,678/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ringgold?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ringgold ($1,678/mo): Fort Oglethorpe ($1,166/mo), East Ridge ($1,379/mo), Rossville ($1,459/mo).

What percentage of Ringgold residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.6% of Ringgold households are renters, while 48.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Ringgold has a strong rental market.

How does Ringgold rent compare to the national average?

Ringgold's median rent of $1,678/mo is $284 (14%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #91 out of 133 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
47%
STRETCHED

At $1,678/mo, rent takes ~47% of Ringgold's median household income ($42,583/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ringgold 47%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.99%
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