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Temple

Pop. 5,901·60th most expensive in Georgia·Temple rents are up 8.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,848/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.4%
Month-over-Month
-0.3%
vs US Median
-$117
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Temple · $1,848
More affordable than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
24% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,848/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$74,000/yr
Local median income
$91,180/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Temple's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,190
1 BR
$1,230
2 BR
$1,390
3 BR
$1,700
4 BR+
$2,060
Research median
$1,390/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
$22,176/yr
At $1,848/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 8.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.4% YoY, -0.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Temple, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 17% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,901
Median income
$91,180
Median age
30.9
Renters
17.5%
Age distribution
31.7%
26.1%
22.8%
Under 1831.7%
18–3426.1%
35–5422.8%
55–648.5%
65+10.8%
Gender
46.6%
53.4%
Male46.6%
Female53.4%
Race & ethnicity
78%
17.6%
White78%
Black17.6%
Hispanic5.3%
Asian1%
Education (25+)
42.2%
29.2%
17%
No HS diploma11.6%
HS diploma42.2%
Some college29.2%
Bachelor's+17%
Housing tenure
82.5%
17.5%
Owner82.5%
Renter17.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Temple, GA has changed in 5 years

Income
$77,509 → $91,180
up 17.6%
Population
5,093 → 5,901
up 15.9%
Renter share
13.7% → 17.5%
+3.8 pts
Bachelor's+
12.7% → 17%
+4.3 pts
Median age
33.3 → 30.9
-2.4 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $77,509 in 2021 to $91,180 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 5,093 to 5,901 between 2021 and 2024, a 15.9% change. About 17.5% of households rent today, against 13.7% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 12.7% to 17%.

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Temple rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Temple, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Temple is $1,848/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,190/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,390/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,230/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,700/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($91,180/yr), Temple ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Temple an affordable city for renters?

Temple is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,848/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($91,180/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Temple falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Temple?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,848/mo in Temple. The local median household income is $91,180/yr, meaning the typical Temple household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Temple?

Rent in Temple has increased 8.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Temple rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Temple is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #60 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,848/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Temple?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Temple ($1,848/mo): Bremen ($1,295/mo), Carrollton ($1,470/mo), Rockmart ($1,800/mo).

What percentage of Temple residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 17.5% of Temple households are renters, while 82.5% are owner-occupied. Temple leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Temple rent compare to the national average?

Temple's median rent of $1,848/mo is $117 (6%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #60 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,848/mo, rent takes ~24% of Temple's median household income ($91,180/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Temple 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.99%
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