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ZIP 30281

Pop. 71,603·Henry County·170th most expensive ZIP in Georgia
Median rent (all units)
$1,589/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.1%
Month-over-Month
-1.7%
vs US Median
-$376
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ZIP 30281 · $1,589
More affordable than 67% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,520
1 BR
$1,590
2 BR
$1,740
3 BR
$2,090
4 BR+
$2,490
Research median
$1,740/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
$19,068/yr
At $1,589/mo median
Location
StateGA
CountyHenry County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (up only 1.1% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+1.1% YoY, -1.7% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 30281 (Stockbridge, GA) is majority owner-occupied, 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
71,603
Median income
$71,213
Median age
39.1
Renters
37.7%
Age distribution
22.3%
22.1%
28.2%
13.9%
13.5%
Under 1822.3%
18–3422.1%
35–5428.2%
55–6413.9%
65+13.5%
Gender
46.2%
53.8%
Male46.2%
Female53.8%
Race & ethnicity
29.4%
56.5%
White29.4%
Black56.5%
Hispanic9.9%
Asian3.5%
Other0.7%
Education (25+)
31.1%
33.5%
26.6%
No HS diploma8.7%
HS diploma31.1%
Some college33.5%
Bachelor's+26.6%
Housing tenure
62.3%
37.7%
Owner62.3%
Renter37.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 30281 in Stockbridge, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,285 → $1,589
up 23.7%
Income
$60,385 → $71,213
up 17.9%
Population
71,047 → 71,603
up 0.8%
Renter share
41.6% → 37.7%
-3.9 pts
Bachelor's+
27.5% → 26.6%
-0.9 pts
Median age
38.1 → 39.1
+1.0 yrs

The median rent in ZIP 30281 in Stockbridge, GA stood at $1,285 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,589, reflecting a 23.7% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 30281 in Stockbridge, GA now reports about $71,213, up from $60,385 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 37.7% of households, compared with 41.6% five years ago. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 30281 in Stockbridge, GA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 30281 covers Stockbridge, GA. The median rent here is $1,589/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,590/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,740/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($71,213/yr), ZIP 30281 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.1% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 30281?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 30281 (Stockbridge, GA) is $1,589. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 30281 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 30281's median rent of $1,589/mo is $376 (19%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 30281 compare to other ZIPs in Georgia?

ZIP 30281 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Georgia, ranking #170 out of 235 ZIPs at $1,589/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 30281?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,589/mo in ZIP 30281. The local median household income is $71,213/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 30281?

Rent in ZIP 30281 has increased 1.1% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 30281 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 30281 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,589/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($71,213/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 30281 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 30281 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.7% of ZIP 30281 households are renters, while 62.3% are owner-occupied. ZIP 30281 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 30281 compare to the rest of Stockbridge?

ZIP 30281 is more affordable than Stockbridge overall. At $1,589/mo, it's $4 below the Stockbridge citywide median of $1,593/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 30281 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 30281 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,589/mo, rent takes ~27% of ZIP 30281's median household income ($71,213/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 30281 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.99%
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