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Average Rent in Meriwether County, GA Rents falling 3.3% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 20,757

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Market Overview

Meriwether County, GA has rental prices ranging from $777/month to $1,473/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $782/month — 44% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $56,458/year, spending $782/month on a 1-bedroom represents 17% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Meriwether County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,026/month, Meriwether County ranks #30 most expensive of the 114 cities tracked in Georgia — pricier than 67% of all US cities in our data.

The Meriwether County Rental Market

The Meriwether County, GA area has a population of about 20,757 and 30% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Meriwether County, GA have fallen by $35/month (3.3%) over the past year, from $1,061 to $1,026. This slight decline is consistent with broader market corrections seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Meriwether County, GA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $31,280. The local median household income of $56,458 exceeds that threshold by $25,178, making Meriwether County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Meriwether County, GA has an unemployment rate of 3.9%, 0.0 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
$777
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$782
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,026
3.3% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,438
Average
4 Bedrooms
$1,473
Average
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Is Meriwether County, GA Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$41,040/year
Local median income: $56,458
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,026/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 Meriwether County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Meriwether County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,026/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 4 years — worth it if you stay 4+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $1,026/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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