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Tucker

Pop. 37,123·98th most expensive in Georgia·Tucker rents have dropped 5.8%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,646/mo
Year-over-Year
-5.8%
Month-over-Month
-0.4%
vs US Median
-$319
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Tucker · $1,646
More affordable than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
67/100
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Rents are 9% below what Tucker's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,646/mo
Expected by trend
$1,800/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,640
1 BR
$1,710
2 BR
$1,890
3 BR
$2,280
4 BR+
$2,740
Research median
$1,890/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
$19,752/yr
At $1,646/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 5.8% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-5.8% YoY, -0.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Tucker, GA is majority owner-occupied, 44.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
37,123
Median income
$80,317
Median age
42.8
Renters
37%
Age distribution
18.1%
20.8%
29.1%
12.7%
19.2%
Under 1818.1%
18–3420.8%
35–5429.1%
55–6412.7%
65+19.2%
Gender
48.7%
51.3%
Male48.7%
Female51.3%
Race & ethnicity
38.1%
39.9%
White38.1%
Black39.9%
Hispanic12%
Asian7%
Other3%
Education (25+)
21.5%
24.9%
44.7%
No HS diploma8.9%
HS diploma21.5%
Some college24.9%
Bachelor's+44.7%
Housing tenure
63%
37%
Owner63%
Renter37%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Tucker, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,535 → $1,646
up 7.2%
Income
$75,377 → $80,317
up 6.6%
Population
36,764 → 37,123
up 1.0%
Renter share
37.4% → 37%
-0.4 pts
Bachelor's+
47.6% → 44.7%
-2.9 pts
Median age
45.2 → 42.8
-2.4 yrs

Compared with 2022, rent in Tucker, GA has increased by $111 per month, settling near $1,646 after starting the period at $1,535. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $75,377 in 2021 to $80,317 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 36,764 to 37,123 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.0% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 47.6% to 44.7%. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Tucker, GA market of 2022.

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Tucker rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Tucker, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Tucker is $1,646/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,640/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,890/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,710/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,280/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($80,317/yr), Tucker ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 5.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tucker an affordable city for renters?

Tucker is considered affordable for renters. At $1,646/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($80,317/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tucker falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Tucker?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,646/mo in Tucker. The local median household income is $80,317/yr, meaning the typical Tucker household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tucker?

Rent in Tucker has decreased 5.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Tucker rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Tucker is one of the more affordable cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #98 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,646/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tucker?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Tucker ($1,646/mo): Norcross ($1,422/mo), Clarkston ($1,435/mo).

What percentage of Tucker residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37% of Tucker households are renters, while 63% are owner-occupied. Tucker leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Tucker rent compare to the national average?

Tucker's median rent of $1,646/mo is $319 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #98 out of 135 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
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At $1,646/mo, rent takes ~25% of Tucker's median household income ($80,317/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.99%
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