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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Snellville, GA is $2,118. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Snellville cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Snellville is one of the pricier cities in Georgia, ranking #25 out of 135 cities tracked at $2,118/mo.

When was Snellville rent data last updated?

Snellville 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

Snellville

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Pop. 21,620·25th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Snellville, GA

Median rent (all units)

$2,118/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.9%

Month-over-Month

-0.3%

vs US Median

+$153

Stable (Monthly)

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Snellville · $2,118

More expensive than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

71/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 11% below what Snellville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,118/mo

Expected by trend

$2,368/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,840

1 BR

$1,910

2 BR

$2,115

3 BR

$2,550

4 BR+

$3,065

Research median

$2,115/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

$25,416/yr

At $2,118/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.9% YoY, -0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Snellville, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

21,620

Median income

$89,896

Median age

38.8

Renters

21.7%

Age distribution

24.3%

21.7%

23.3%

14%

16.9%

Under 1824.3%

18–3421.7%

35–5423.3%

55–6414%

65+16.9%

Gender

43.9%

56.1%

Male43.9%

Female56.1%

Race & ethnicity

34.3%

41%

15.7%

White34.3%

Black41%

Hispanic15.7%

Asian10.5%

Education (25+)

27.6%

26.3%

36.2%

No HS diploma9.9%

HS diploma27.6%

Some college26.3%

Bachelor's+36.2%

Housing tenure

78.3%

21.7%

Owner78.3%

Renter21.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Snellville, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,677 → $2,118

up 26.3%

Income

$83,691 → $89,896

up 7.4%

Population

20,475 → 21,620

up 5.6%

Renter share

18.6% → 21.7%

+3.1 pts

Bachelor's+

38.7% → 36.2%

-2.5 pts

Median age

39.6 → 38.8

-0.8 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Snellville, GA paid around $1,677 a month. That figure now sits near $2,118, up 26.3% from the 2021 baseline. Census figures show median household income at $89,896 today, compared with $83,691 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Snellville, GA adding about 1,145 residents over the five-year window, up 5.6% on net. The renter share has risen from 18.6% to 21.7%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 38.7% to 36.2% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Snellville on your salary?

At $2,118/mo, how Snellville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 28.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 39.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 34.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 19.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 15.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 42.6% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 47.2% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 38.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Snellville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Snellville, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Snellville is $2,118/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,840/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,115/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,910/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,550/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($89,896/yr), Snellville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Snellville an affordable city for renters?

Snellville is considered affordable for renters. At $2,118/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($89,896/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Snellville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Snellville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,118/mo in Snellville. The local median household income is $89,896/yr, meaning the typical Snellville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Snellville?

Rent in Snellville has increased 1.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Snellville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Snellville are 30078 ($2,079/mo), and 30039 ($2,147/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Snellville is $2,118/mo.

How does Snellville rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Snellville is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #25 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,118/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Snellville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Snellville ($2,118/mo): Stone Mountain ($1,663/mo), Lawrenceville ($1,881/mo), Lilburn ($2,032/mo).

What percentage of Snellville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.7% of Snellville households are renters, while 78.3% are owner-occupied. Snellville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Snellville rent compare to the national average?

Snellville's median rent of $2,118/mo is $153 (8%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #25 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

28%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,118/mo, rent takes ~28% of Snellville's median household income ($89,896/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Snellville 28%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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