1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Valdosta, GA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Valdosta, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +30% lower than the citywide median of $1,345 and +32% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Valdosta
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Valdosta
Compare Valdosta's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Georgia
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,240 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,130 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,120 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,100 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,970 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,933 |
| 7 | Richmond Hill | $1,920 |
| 8 | Powder Springs | $1,920 |
| 9 | Snellville | $1,910 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,910 |
| 11 | Buford | $1,910 |
| 12 | Auburn | $1,910 |
| 13 | Lawrenceville | $1,905 |
| 14 | Woodstock | $1,900 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,851 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Valdosta.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Valdosta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hahira, GA | 10.3 mi | $1,180 | +$233 (+25%) |
| Thomasville, GA | 52 mi | $1,050 | +$103 (+11%) |
| Waycross, GA | 70 mi | $720 | $-227 (-24%) |
| Lake City, FL | 71.3 mi | $850 | $-97 (-10%) |
| Tallahassee, FL | 71.9 mi | $1,271 | +$324 (+34%) |
| Albany, GA | 77.4 mi | $743 | $-204 (-22%) |
| Crawfordville, FL | 83.7 mi | $1,070 | +$123 (+13%) |
| Leesburg, GA | 85 mi | $1,130 | +$183 (+19%) |
| Newberry, FL | 97.2 mi | $1,400 | +$453 (+48%) |
| Gainesville, FL | 103.6 mi | $1,354 | +$407 (+43%) |
| Kingsland, GA | 110.2 mi | $900 | $-47 (-5%) |
| Jesup, GA | 110.3 mi | $531 | $-416 (-44%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Valdosta — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Valdosta?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Valdosta, Georgia is $947 per month. This is +30% below the citywide median of $1,345.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Valdosta?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $37,880 ($3,157/month gross), which works out to roughly $18.21/hour at a full-time job.
Is Valdosta expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Valdosta's 1-bedroom median of $947 is +32% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 17th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Valdosta rank for 1-bedroom rent in Georgia?
Among the 129 cities in Georgia with 1-bedroom data, Valdosta ranks #16 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Valdosta?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Waycross ($720), Lake City ($850), Albany ($743).