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Rome

Pop. 38,189·125th most expensive in Georgia·Rome rents are up 10.2% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,303/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.2%
Month-over-Month
-0.6%
vs US Median
-$662
Falling (Monthly)
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Rome · $1,303
More affordable than 87% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
44/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% above what Rome's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$1,303/mo
Expected by trend
$1,264/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$820
1 BR
$895
2 BR
$1,175
3 BR
$1,480
4 BR+
$1,715
Research median
$1,175/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
$15,636/yr
At $1,303/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 10.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.2% YoY, -0.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Rome, GA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
38,189
Median income
$54,435
Median age
37.1
Renters
50.8%
Age distribution
23.8%
23.4%
25%
16.4%
Under 1823.8%
18–3423.4%
35–5425%
55–6411.5%
65+16.4%
Gender
46.9%
53.1%
Male46.9%
Female53.1%
Race & ethnicity
55.6%
22.7%
20.5%
White55.6%
Black22.7%
Hispanic20.5%
Asian2.2%
Education (25+)
17.8%
26.1%
27.7%
28.4%
No HS diploma17.8%
HS diploma26.1%
Some college27.7%
Bachelor's+28.4%
Housing tenure
49.2%
50.8%
Owner49.2%
Renter50.8%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Rome, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,108 → $1,303
up 17.6%
Income
$40,000 → $54,435
up 36.1%
Population
37,509 → 38,189
up 1.8%
Renter share
51% → 50.8%
-0.2 pts
Bachelor's+
25% → 28.4%
+3.4 pts
Median age
37.7 → 37.1
-0.6 yrs

The median rent in Rome, GA stood at $1,108 in 2023 and currently runs about $1,303, reflecting a 17.6% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $40,000 to $54,435 across the same window, up 36.1% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 1.8% since 2021, moving from about 37,509 residents to roughly 38,189. College-educated residents now make up 28.4% of adults here, versus 25% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Rome, GA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Rome rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Rome, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rome is $1,303/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $820/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,175/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $895/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,480/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($54,435/yr), Rome ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rome an affordable city for renters?

Rome is considered affordable for renters. At $1,303/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($54,435/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rome falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Rome?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $52,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,303/mo in Rome. The local median household income is $54,435/yr, meaning the typical Rome household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rome?

Rent in Rome has increased 10.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Rome neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Rome are 30161 ($1,290/mo), and 30165 ($1,310/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Rome is $1,303/mo.

How does Rome rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Rome is one of the more affordable cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #125 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,303/mo.

What percentage of Rome residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 50.8% of Rome households are renters, while 49.2% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Rome has a strong rental market.

How does Rome rent compare to the national average?

Rome's median rent of $1,303/mo is $662 (34%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #125 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,303/mo, rent takes ~29% of Rome's median household income ($54,435/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.99%
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