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ZIP 30248

Pop. 36,038·Henry County·31st most expensive ZIP in Georgia
Median rent (all units)
$2,150/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.5%
Month-over-Month
+3.6%
vs US Median
+$185
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ZIP 30248 · $2,150
More expensive than 67% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,470
1 BR
$1,540
2 BR
$1,690
3 BR
$2,030
4 BR+
$2,420
Research median
$1,690/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$25,800/yr
At $2,150/mo median
Location
StateGA
CountyHenry County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 7.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.5% YoY, +3.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 30248 (Locust Grove, GA) is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
36,038
Median income
$83,823
Median age
35
Renters
15.8%
Age distribution
29.5%
20.5%
29%
Under 1829.5%
18–3420.5%
35–5429%
55–6411.1%
65+10%
Gender
49.4%
50.6%
Male49.4%
Female50.6%
Race & ethnicity
49.6%
39.4%
White49.6%
Black39.4%
Hispanic10.1%
Asian1.5%
Education (25+)
31.2%
32.6%
29.2%
No HS diploma7%
HS diploma31.2%
Some college32.6%
Bachelor's+29.2%
Housing tenure
84.2%
15.8%
Owner84.2%
Renter15.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 30248 in Locust Grove, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,645 → $2,150
up 30.7%
Income
$74,778 → $83,823
up 12.1%
Population
30,756 → 36,038
up 17.2%
Renter share
16% → 15.8%
-0.2 pts
Bachelor's+
26.9% → 29.2%
+2.3 pts
Median age
36.6 → 35
-1.6 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 30248 in Locust Grove, GA has climbed from $1,645 to $2,150, a 30.7% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $74,778 to $83,823 across the same window, up 12.1% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 17.2% since 2021, moving from about 30,756 residents to roughly 36,038. College-educated residents now make up 29.2% of adults here, versus 26.9% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in ZIP 30248 in Locust Grove, GA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 30248 covers Locust Grove, GA. The median rent here is $2,150/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,540/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,690/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($83,823/yr), ZIP 30248 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.5% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 30248?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 30248 (Locust Grove, GA) is $2,150. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 30248 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 30248's median rent of $2,150/mo is $185 (9%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 30248 compare to other ZIPs in Georgia?

ZIP 30248 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Georgia, ranking #31 out of 235 ZIPs tracked at $2,150/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 30248?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $86,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,150/mo in ZIP 30248. The local median household income is $83,823/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 30248?

Rent in ZIP 30248 has increased 7.5% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 30248 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 30248 is considered moderate for renters. At $2,150/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($83,823/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 30248 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 30248 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 15.8% of ZIP 30248 households are renters, while 84.2% are owner-occupied. ZIP 30248 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 30248 compare to the rest of Locust Grove?

ZIP 30248 is more affordable than Locust Grove overall. At $2,150/mo, it's $88 below the Locust Grove citywide median of $2,238/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 30248 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 30248 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $2,150/mo, rent takes ~31% of ZIP 30248's median household income ($83,823/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 30248 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.99%
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