How much does it cost to rent in Winder, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Winder, GA is $2,086. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Winder cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Winder is one of the pricier cities in Georgia, ranking #31 out of 135 cities tracked at $2,086/mo.

When was Winder rent data last updated?

Winder 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

Winder

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Pop. 19,437·31st most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Winder, GA

Median rent (all units)

$2,086/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.6%

Month-over-Month

+2.1%

vs US Median

+$121

Rising (Monthly)

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Winder · $2,086

More expensive than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

59/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Winder's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,086/mo

Expected by trend

$2,179/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,300

1 BR

$1,350

2 BR

$1,500

3 BR

$1,810

4 BR+

$2,170

Research median

$1,500/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

$25,032/yr

At $2,086/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (1.6% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.6% YoY, +2.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Winder, GA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

19,437

Median income

$63,779

Median age

35.9

Renters

33.2%

Age distribution

24.9%

23.6%

27.3%

12.2%

Under 1824.9%

18–3423.6%

35–5427.3%

55–6412.2%

65+12%

Gender

46.9%

53.1%

Male46.9%

Female53.1%

Race & ethnicity

58.9%

19.3%

16.1%

White58.9%

Black19.3%

Hispanic16.1%

Asian3.1%

Other2.6%

Education (25+)

32.7%

36.4%

19.3%

No HS diploma11.5%

HS diploma32.7%

Some college36.4%

Bachelor's+19.3%

Housing tenure

66.8%

33.2%

Owner66.8%

Renter33.2%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Winder, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,754 → $2,086

up 18.9%

Income

$57,708 → $63,779

up 10.5%

Population

17,768 → 19,437

up 9.4%

Renter share

31.1% → 33.2%

+2.1 pts

Bachelor's+

20.6% → 19.3%

-1.3 pts

Median age

37.1 → 35.9

-1.2 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Winder, GA has shifted from $1,754 to $2,086, up 18.9% since 2022. Median household income climbed from $57,708 to $63,779 between 2021 and 2024, a 10.5% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Winder, GA adding about 1,669 residents over the five-year window, up 9.4% on net. The renter share has risen from 31.1% to 33.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Taken together, the five-year picture in Winder, GA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Winder on your salary?

At $2,086/mo, how Winder rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 27.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 39.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 34.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 19.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 14.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 42% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 46.5% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 37.7% income

stretched

By apartment size

Winder rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Winder, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Winder is $2,086/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,300/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,500/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,350/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,810/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($63,779/yr), Winder ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Winder an affordable city for renters?

Winder is considered moderate for renters. At $2,086/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($63,779/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Winder slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Winder?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,086/mo in Winder. The local median household income is $63,779/yr, meaning the typical Winder household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Winder?

Rent in Winder has increased 1.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Winder rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Winder is one of the pricier cities in Georgia for rent, ranking #31 out of 135 tracked cities at $2,086/mo.

What percentage of Winder residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.2% of Winder households are renters, while 66.8% are owner-occupied. Winder leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.