How much does it cost to rent in Rockmart, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Rockmart, GA is $1,800. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Rockmart cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Rockmart falls in the middle range for Georgia, ranking #69 out of 135 cities at $1,800/mo.

When was Rockmart rent data last updated?

Rockmart 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

Rockmart

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Pop. 5,204·69th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Rockmart, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,800/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+4.4%

vs US Median

-$165

Rising (Monthly)

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Rockmart · $1,800

More affordable than 54% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

38% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,800/mo, rent takes about 38% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$72,000/yr

Local median income

$56,828/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Rockmart's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$980

1 BR

$1,000

2 BR

$1,140

3 BR

$1,400

4 BR+

$1,700

Research median

$1,140/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

$21,600/yr

At $1,800/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +4.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Rockmart, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,204

Median income

$56,828

Median age

41.5

Renters

38.1%

Age distribution

26.8%

17.1%

30.1%

15.4%

Under 1826.8%

18–3417.1%

35–5430.1%

55–6410.7%

65+15.4%

Gender

43.1%

56.9%

Male43.1%

Female56.9%

Race & ethnicity

70.3%

17.6%

White70.3%

Black17.6%

Hispanic11.6%

Other0.5%

Education (25+)

14.7%

43.6%

21.2%

20.5%

No HS diploma14.7%

HS diploma43.6%

Some college21.2%

Bachelor's+20.5%

Housing tenure

61.9%

38.1%

Owner61.9%

Renter38.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rockmart, GA has changed in 5 years

Income

$46,609 → $56,828

up 21.9%

Population

4,673 → 5,204

up 11.4%

Renter share

51.2% → 38.1%

-13.1 pts

Bachelor's+

11.6% → 20.5%

+8.9 pts

Census figures show median household income at $56,828 today, compared with $46,609 five years earlier. Census counts show Rockmart, GA adding about 531 residents over the five-year window, up 11.4% on net. The renter share has eased from 51.2% to 38.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 11.6% to 20.5% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Rockmart on your salary?

At $1,800/mo, how Rockmart rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 24.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 33.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 29.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 16.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 12.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 36.2% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 40.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 32.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

Rockmart rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Rockmart, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rockmart is $1,800/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $980/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,140/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,000/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,400/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($56,828/yr), Rockmart ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rockmart an affordable city for renters?

Rockmart is considered moderate for renters. At $1,800/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($56,828/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rockmart slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Rockmart?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,800/mo in Rockmart. The local median household income is $56,828/yr, meaning the typical Rockmart household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rockmart?

Rent in Rockmart has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Rockmart rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Rockmart is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #69 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,800/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rockmart?

Bremen is nearby and more affordable at $1,295/mo, which is $505 less than Rockmart.

What percentage of Rockmart residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.1% of Rockmart households are renters, while 61.9% are owner-occupied. Rockmart leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rockmart rent compare to the national average?

Rockmart's median rent of $1,800/mo is $165 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #69 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

38%

MODERATE

At $1,800/mo, rent takes ~38% of Rockmart's median household income ($56,828/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rockmart 38%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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