Studio Apartment Rent in Valdosta, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Valdosta, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +30% lower than the citywide median of $1,345 and +27% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Valdosta
Compare Valdosta's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a studio in Georgia
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,160 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,050 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,040 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,020 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,900 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,863 |
| 7 | Powder Springs | $1,850 |
| 8 | Snellville | $1,840 |
| 9 | Lawrenceville | $1,835 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,830 |
| 11 | Auburn | $1,830 |
| 12 | Woodstock | $1,825 |
| 13 | Buford | $1,825 |
| 14 | Richmond Hill | $1,780 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,780 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Valdosta.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Valdosta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hahira, GA | 10.3 mi | $1,170 | +$230 (+24%) |
| Thomasville, GA | 52 mi | $1,010 | +$70 (+7%) |
| Waycross, GA | 70 mi | $710 | $-230 (-24%) |
| Lake City, FL | 71.3 mi | $840 | $-100 (-11%) |
| Tallahassee, FL | 71.9 mi | $1,144 | +$204 (+22%) |
| Albany, GA | 77.4 mi | $721 | $-219 (-23%) |
| Crawfordville, FL | 83.7 mi | $960 | +$20 (+2%) |
| Leesburg, GA | 85 mi | $1,100 | +$160 (+17%) |
| Newberry, FL | 97.2 mi | $1,260 | +$320 (+34%) |
| Gainesville, FL | 103.6 mi | $1,217 | +$277 (+29%) |
| Kingsland, GA | 110.2 mi | $850 | $-90 (-10%) |
| Middleburg, FL | 110.5 mi | $1,420 | +$480 (+51%) |
Studio rent in Valdosta — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Valdosta?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Valdosta, Georgia is $940 per month. This is +30% below the citywide median of $1,345.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Valdosta?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $37,600 ($3,133/month gross), which works out to roughly $18.08/hour at a full-time job.
Is Valdosta expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Valdosta's studio median of $940 is +27% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 22th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Valdosta rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 123 cities in Georgia with studio data, Valdosta ranks #17 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Valdosta?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Waycross ($710), Lake City ($840), Albany ($721).