Rental GuideColumbus, GA

Columbus rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,195

Year Over Year Change

22%

$264

Rentals available, last 30 days

354

Rent ranges for Columbus apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

19%

$751 - $1,500

59%

$0 - $750

12%

19%

59%

12%

How has rent in Columbus, GA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Columbus, GA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,195, which is a 22.21% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Columbus, GA is about $850. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Columbus, GA is $895, and studios are about $990 per month.

See more Columbus, GA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Columbus, GA?

schools

29,818

students

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Who lives in Columbus, GA?

Gender

49% Male

51% Female

Age Range

0-19

27%

20-34

23%

35-44

12%

45-64

23%

65+

13%

Language

English

92%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

11%

High School

51%

Bachelor's

25%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Columbus, GA?

Families

40% Families

60% Single

Property

51% Renters

49% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

27%

25-50k

24%

50-75k

17%

75-100k

11%

100-150k

11%

150k+

How do residents get around Columbus, GA?

Columbus locals spend about 20 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. Residents or visitors looking to take public transit can hop on a bus run by METRA to navigate Columbus and nearby areas. The best way to fly in or out of Columbus is through Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 87.05 miles away.

Walking

4/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

5/10

More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

9/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Scores for Columbus are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Columbus, GA

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Columbus, 43% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Columbus

Pet friendly

67%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

59%Satisfaction rating

Affordable housing

43%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Quality schools

Nightlife

Public transportation

Weather

Job market

Dating scene

Cost of living

Quality schools

41%

Nightlife

30%

Public transportation

30%

Weather

29%

Job market

26%

Dating scene

11%

Cost of living

11%

41%

30%

29%

26%

11%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

What is the cost of living in Columbus, GA?

The overall cost of living in Columbus, GA is about the same as the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Columbus you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost more. Eggs run about $4.20 per carton, and milk $4.59. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $116.98 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	7% lower
Groceries	2% lower
Utilities	11% lower
Transportation	8% lower
Health	275% higher

CATEGORY

Goods & Services