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ZIP 31701

Part of Albany, GA
Pop. 16,135·Dougherty County·235th most expensive ZIP in Georgia
Median rent (all units)
$682/mo
Year-over-Year
-10.3%
Month-over-Month
-2.9%
vs US Median
-$1,283
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 31701 · $682
More affordable than 100% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$522
1 BR
$544
2 BR
$611
3 BR
$827
4 BR+
$1,005
Research median
$611/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
$8,184/yr
At $682/mo median
Location
CityAlbany
StateGA
CountyDougherty County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 10.3% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-10.3% YoY, -2.9% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 31701 (Albany, GA) is majority renter-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
16,135
Median income
$35,025
Median age
37.9
Renters
66.9%
Age distribution
23.2%
23.7%
18.7%
14.8%
19.7%
Under 1823.2%
18–3423.7%
35–5418.7%
55–6414.8%
65+19.7%
Gender
46.2%
53.8%
Male46.2%
Female53.8%
Race & ethnicity
19.3%
75.3%
White19.3%
Black75.3%
Hispanic2.6%
Other2.4%
Education (25+)
18.5%
36.3%
28.9%
16.2%
No HS diploma18.5%
HS diploma36.3%
Some college28.9%
Bachelor's+16.2%
Housing tenure
33.1%
66.9%
Owner33.1%
Renter66.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 31701 in Albany, GA has changed in 5 years

Income
$32,609 → $35,025
up 7.4%
Population
18,105 → 16,135
down 10.9%
Renter share
64.1% → 66.9%
+2.8 pts
Bachelor's+
15.5% → 16.2%
+0.7 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 31701 in Albany, GA now reports about $35,025, up from $32,609 in 2021. Census counts show ZIP 31701 in Albany, GA losing about 1,970 residents over the five-year window, down 10.9% on net. The renter share has risen from 64.1% to 66.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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About renting in ZIP 31701

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 31701 covers Albany, GA. The median rent here is $682/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $544/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $611/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($35,025/yr), ZIP 31701 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 10.3% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 31701?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 31701 (Albany, GA) is $682. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 31701 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 31701's median rent of $682/mo is $1,283 (65%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 31701 compare to other ZIPs in Georgia?

ZIP 31701 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Georgia, ranking #235 out of 235 ZIPs at $682/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 31701?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $27,000/year (~$13/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $682/mo in ZIP 31701. The local median household income is $35,025/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 31701?

Rent in ZIP 31701 has decreased 10.3% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 31701 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 31701 is considered very affordable for renters. At $682/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($35,025/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 31701 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 31701 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 66.9% of ZIP 31701 households are renters, while 33.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 31701 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 31701 compare to the rest of Albany?

ZIP 31701 is more affordable than Albany overall. At $682/mo, it's $255 below the Albany citywide median of $937/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 31701 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 31701 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $682/mo, rent takes ~23% of ZIP 31701's median household income ($35,025/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 31701 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.99%
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