How much does it cost to rent in Sugar Hill, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Sugar Hill, GA is $2,007. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Sugar Hill cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Sugar Hill is one of the pricier cities in Georgia, ranking #39 out of 135 cities tracked at $2,007/mo.

When was Sugar Hill rent data last updated?

Sugar Hill 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

Sugar Hill

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Pop. 26,128·39th most expensive in Georgia·Sugar Hill rents are up 5.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,007/mo

Year-over-Year

+5.6%

Month-over-Month

-2.0%

vs US Median

+$42

Falling (Monthly)

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Sugar Hill · $2,007

More expensive than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

64/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% below what Sugar Hill's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,007/mo

Expected by trend

$2,159/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR

$1,516

2 BR

$1,581

3 BR

$2,039

4 BR+

$2,713

Research median

$1,581/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

$24,084/yr

At $2,007/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 (+5.6% YoY, -2.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Sugar Hill, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 48.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

26,128

Median income

$107,389

Median age

35.6

Renters

20.1%

Age distribution

29.1%

19.6%

31.4%

Under 1829.1%

18–3419.6%

35–5431.4%

55–6410.6%

65+9.3%

Gender

47%

53%

Male47%

Female53%

Race & ethnicity

51.6%

16%

16.8%

13.9%

White51.6%

Black16%

Hispanic16.8%

Asian13.9%

Other1.7%

Education (25+)

19.6%

25.9%

48.5%

No HS diploma6%

HS diploma19.6%

Some college25.9%

Bachelor's+48.5%

Housing tenure

79.9%

20.1%

Owner79.9%

Renter20.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Sugar Hill, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,538 → $2,007

up 30.5%

Income

$89,583 → $107,389

up 19.9%

Population

24,599 → 26,128

up 6.2%

Renter share

19.6% → 20.1%

+0.5 pts

Bachelor's+

40.9% → 48.5%

+7.6 pts

Median age

37.1 → 35.6

-1.5 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Sugar Hill, GA has shifted from $1,538 to $2,007, up 30.5% since 2021. Median household income climbed from $89,583 to $107,389 between 2021 and 2024, a 19.9% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Sugar Hill, GA adding about 1,529 residents over the five-year window, up 6.2% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 40.9% to 48.5% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Sugar Hill, GA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Sugar Hill on your salary?

At $2,007/mo, how Sugar Hill rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 26.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 37.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 32.8% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 18.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 14.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 40.4% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 44.7% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 36.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Sugar Hill rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Sugar Hill, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Sugar Hill is $2,007/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,581/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,516/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,039/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($107,389/yr), Sugar Hill ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sugar Hill an affordable city for renters?

Sugar Hill is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,007/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($107,389/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sugar Hill falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Sugar Hill?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $80,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,007/mo in Sugar Hill. The local median household income is $107,389/yr, meaning the typical Sugar Hill household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sugar Hill?

Rent in Sugar Hill has increased 5.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Sugar Hill rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Sugar Hill is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #39 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,007/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sugar Hill?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sugar Hill ($2,007/mo): Duluth ($1,689/mo), Flowery Branch ($1,819/mo), Lawrenceville ($1,881/mo).

What percentage of Sugar Hill residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.1% of Sugar Hill households are renters, while 79.9% are owner-occupied. Sugar Hill leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Sugar Hill rent compare to the national average?

Sugar Hill's median rent of $2,007/mo is $42 (2%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #39 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

22%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,007/mo, rent takes ~22% of Sugar Hill's median household income ($107,389/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Sugar Hill 22%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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