Can A Physical Therapist Afford Rent in Statham, GA?
Stretched but workable — rent takes 32.8% of gross income.
Statham rent: May 2026. Salary: BLS OEWS May 2024 (Georgia state estimate).
About rent and a physical therapist salary
Physical therapist pay covers comfortable rent across most US metros. At the national-average PT salary, the 30% rule supports about $2,493 a month in rent, which is above the median in most cities tracked here.
Cheaper rent nearby
These Georgia cities have lower median rent than Statham, which improves the affordability math on a physical therapist salary:
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View full rent data for Statham, GA →Frequently asked questions
Can a physical therapist afford rent in Statham, GA?
Median rent in Statham is $2,588 a month. A typical physical therapist in Georgia earns about $94,725 a year, which makes that rent 32.8% of gross monthly income. Under the 30% rule, the answer is no — rent exceeds the 30% threshold.
How much rent can a physical therapist afford in Statham?
Using the 30% rule, a physical therapist salary in Georgia (~$94,725/yr) supports up to $2,368 a month in rent. Statham's current median rent is $2,588/mo, which is $220/mo over the affordability threshold.
How many hours does a physical therapist work to cover rent in Statham?
At an hourly equivalent of about $46 an hour, a physical therapist in Georgia works roughly 56.8 hours a month to cover Statham's median rent of $2,588.
Where is rent cheaper than Statham for a physical therapist?
Nearby Georgia cities with lower median rent include Johns Creek ($2,561/mo), Dacula ($2,558/mo), Senoia ($2,554/mo). Each shifts the affordability math materially on a physical therapist salary.