Studio Apartment Rent in Smyrna, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Smyrna, Georgia as of August 2026. That's +18% lower than the citywide median of $1,631 and +3% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Smyrna
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Smyrna
Compare Smyrna's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a studio in Georgia
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,160 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,050 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,040 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,020 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,900 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,863 |
| 7 | Powder Springs | $1,850 |
| 8 | Snellville | $1,840 |
| 9 | Lawrenceville | $1,835 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,830 |
| 11 | Auburn | $1,830 |
| 12 | Woodstock | $1,825 |
| 13 | Buford | $1,825 |
| 14 | Richmond Hill | $1,780 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,780 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Smyrna.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Smyrna |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinings, GA | 3.9 mi | $1,481 | +$148 (+11%) |
| Mableton, GA | 4.1 mi | $1,550 | +$217 (+16%) |
| Marietta, GA | 6.6 mi | $1,657 | +$324 (+24%) |
| Atlanta, GA | 11 mi | $1,780 | +$447 (+34%) |
| Sandy Springs, GA | 11.6 mi | $1,411 | +$78 (+6%) |
| Powder Springs, GA | 12.3 mi | $1,850 | +$517 (+39%) |
| Kennesaw, GA | 12.5 mi | $1,440 | +$107 (+8%) |
| East Point, GA | 13.4 mi | $1,460 | +$127 (+10%) |
| Dunwoody, GA | 15.2 mi | $1,452 | +$119 (+9%) |
| Chamblee, GA | 15.8 mi | $1,566 | +$233 (+17%) |
| College Park, GA | 16 mi | $1,180 | $-153 (-11%) |
| Roswell, GA | 16.9 mi | $1,415 | +$82 (+6%) |
Studio rent in Smyrna — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Smyrna?
As of August 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Smyrna, Georgia is $1,333 per month. This is +18% below the citywide median of $1,631.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Smyrna?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $53,320 ($4,443/month gross), which works out to roughly $25.63/hour at a full-time job.
Is Smyrna expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Smyrna's studio median of $1,333 is +3% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 53th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Smyrna rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 122 cities in Georgia with studio data, Smyrna ranks #59 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Smyrna?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include College Park ($1,180).