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Average Rent in Schley County, GA Rents rising 2.3% YoY🔻 4th cheapest in GA

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 4,539

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, Census, BLSMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Schley County, GA has rental prices ranging from $710/month to $1,300/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $715/month — 49% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $59,647/year, spending $715/month on a 1-bedroom represents 14% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Schley County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $905/month, Schley County ranks #111 most expensive of the 114 cities tracked in Georgia — more affordable than 74% of all US cities in our data.

The Schley County Rental Market

The Schley County, GA area has a population of about 4,539 and 21% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Schley County, GA have risen by $20/month (2.3%) over the past year, from $885 to $905. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Schley County, GA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,600. The local median household income of $59,647 exceeds that threshold by $31,047, making Schley County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Schley County, GA has an unemployment rate of 3.5%, 0.4 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$710
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$715
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$905
2.3% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,268
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,300
Affordable
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Is Schley County, GA Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$36,200/year
Local median income: $59,647
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $905/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in GAlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Atlanta$1,591$1,653$1,830$2,205
Augusta$868$1,039$1,175$1,545
Chattanooga$1,231$1,284$1,426$1,796
Savannah$1,324$1,431$1,584$2,131
Talbot County$723$767$905$1,268
Stewart County$770$817$964$1,161

Rent or Buy in Schley County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Schley County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$905/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $905/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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