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ZIP 31201

Part of Macon, GA
Pop. 7,891·Bibb County·227th most expensive ZIP in Georgia
Median rent (all units)
$1,166/mo
Year-over-Year
-1.3%
Month-over-Month
+2.0%
vs US Median
-$799
Rising (Monthly)
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ZIP 31201 · $1,166
More affordable than 93% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,050
1 BR
$1,130
2 BR
$1,270
3 BR
$1,520
4 BR+
$1,680
Research median
$1,270/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
$13,992/yr
At $1,166/mo median
Location
CityMacon
StateGA
CountyBibb County
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Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
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Based on rent-price momentum (-1.3% YoY, +2.0% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 31201 (Macon, GA) is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,891
Median income
$29,420
Median age
33.9
Renters
76%
Age distribution
13.1%
38.8%
21.5%
14.8%
Under 1813.1%
18–3438.8%
35–5421.5%
55–6414.8%
65+11.8%
Gender
55.5%
44.5%
Male55.5%
Female44.5%
Race & ethnicity
32.5%
54.8%
White32.5%
Black54.8%
Hispanic6.7%
Asian1.9%
Other4.1%
Education (25+)
16.3%
31.5%
22%
30.3%
No HS diploma16.3%
HS diploma31.5%
Some college22%
Bachelor's+30.3%
Housing tenure
24%
76%
Owner24%
Renter76%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 31201 in Macon, GA has changed in 5 years

Income
$22,788 → $29,420
up 29.1%
Population
7,240 → 7,891
up 9.0%
Renter share
80.9% → 76%
-4.9 pts
Bachelor's+
31.9% → 30.3%
-1.6 pts

Household income in the area moved from $22,788 to $29,420 across the same window, up 29.1% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 7,240 to 7,891 between 2021 and 2024, a 9.0% change. About 76% of households rent today, against 80.9% in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 31201 covers Macon, GA. The median rent here is $1,166/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,130/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,270/mo.

At 48% of local median household income ($29,420/yr), ZIP 31201 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.3% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 31201?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 31201 (Macon, GA) is $1,166. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 31201 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 31201's median rent of $1,166/mo is $799 (41%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 31201 compare to other ZIPs in Georgia?

ZIP 31201 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Georgia, ranking #227 out of 235 ZIPs at $1,166/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 31201?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $47,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,166/mo in ZIP 31201. The local median household income is $29,420/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 31201?

Rent in ZIP 31201 has decreased 1.3% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 31201 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 31201 is considered stretched for renters. At $1,166/mo, rent takes approximately 48% of the local median household income ($29,420/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 31201 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 31201 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 76% of ZIP 31201 households are renters, while 24% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 31201 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 31201 compare to the rest of Macon?

ZIP 31201 is more affordable than Macon overall. At $1,166/mo, it's $78 below the Macon citywide median of $1,244/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 31201 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 31201 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
48%
STRETCHED

At $1,166/mo, rent takes ~48% of ZIP 31201's median household income ($29,420/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 31201 48%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.99%
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