How much does it cost to rent in Villa Rica, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Villa Rica, GA is $1,925. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Villa Rica cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Villa Rica falls in the middle range for Georgia, ranking #46 out of 135 cities at $1,925/mo.

When was Villa Rica rent data last updated?

Villa Rica 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

Villa Rica

Name: Average Rent Prices in Villa Rica, GA
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Pop. 18,551·46th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Villa Rica, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,925/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.9%

Month-over-Month

+0.1%

vs US Median

-$40

Stable (Monthly)

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Villa Rica · $1,925

More expensive than 54% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

77/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 13% below what Villa Rica's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,925/mo

Expected by trend

$2,221/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,470

1 BR

$1,530

2 BR

$1,690

3 BR

$2,040

4 BR+

$2,450

Research median

$1,690/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

$23,100/yr

At $1,925/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (1.9% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.9% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Villa Rica, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

18,551

Median income

$87,803

Median age

31.4

Renters

34.8%

Age distribution

29.9%

25.9%

24.4%

Under 1829.9%

18–3425.9%

35–5424.4%

55–649.3%

65+10.5%

Gender

49.1%

50.9%

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

Race & ethnicity

37.9%

47.4%

White37.9%

Black47.4%

Hispanic7.9%

Asian0.7%

Other6.2%

Education (25+)

25%

39.9%

28.4%

No HS diploma6.7%

HS diploma25%

Some college39.9%

Bachelor's+28.4%

Housing tenure

65.2%

34.8%

Owner65.2%

Renter34.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Villa Rica, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,464 → $1,925

up 31.5%

Income

$76,544 → $87,803

up 14.7%

Population

16,863 → 18,551

up 10.0%

Renter share

40% → 34.8%

-5.2 pts

Bachelor's+

26.9% → 28.4%

+1.5 pts

Median age

34.2 → 31.4

-2.8 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Villa Rica, GA has shifted from $1,464 to $1,925, up 31.5% since 2021. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $76,544 in 2021 to $87,803 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Villa Rica, GA adding about 1,688 residents over the five-year window, up 10.0% on net. The renter share has eased from 40% to 34.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Villa Rica, GA market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Villa Rica on your salary?

At $1,925/mo, how Villa Rica rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 25.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 36.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 17.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 13.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 38.7% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 42.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 34.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Villa Rica rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Villa Rica

About renting in Villa Rica, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Villa Rica is $1,925/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,470/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,690/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,530/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,040/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($87,803/yr), Villa Rica ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Rica an affordable city for renters?

Villa Rica is considered affordable for renters. At $1,925/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($87,803/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Villa Rica falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Villa Rica?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,925/mo in Villa Rica. The local median household income is $87,803/yr, meaning the typical Villa Rica household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Villa Rica?

Rent in Villa Rica has increased 1.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Villa Rica rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Villa Rica is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #46 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,925/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Villa Rica?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Villa Rica ($1,925/mo): Bremen ($1,295/mo), Temple ($1,848/mo), Douglasville ($1,905/mo).

What percentage of Villa Rica residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.8% of Villa Rica households are renters, while 65.2% are owner-occupied. Villa Rica leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Villa Rica rent compare to the national average?

Villa Rica's median rent of $1,925/mo is $40 (2%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #46 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,925/mo, rent takes ~26% of Villa Rica's median household income ($87,803/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Villa Rica 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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