Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
14%
Buford, GA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,442
Population
18,423
Renter Mix
37% Rent
A classic Georgian suburb on the rise
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Located in Gwinnett and Hall counties, Buford combines historic charm with contemporary living near Lake Lanier. Housing options include townhomes and single-family residences, with current average rents ranging from $1,513 for one-bedroom units to $2,761 for four-bedroom homes. The Mall of Georgia anchors the area's retail scene, while downtown Buford preserves its historic architecture with local shops and restaurants. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound at Lake Lanier Islands, and residents enjoy the Ivy Creek Greenway for walking and cycling.
Buford's history as a leather-manufacturing center shaped its development, and today the city continues to grow and evolve. The Buford City School District serves the community, while the Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center offers interactive exhibits and programs. The Buford Community Center serves as a cultural hub for performances and community gatherings. Housing costs have remained stable, with modest rent changes ranging from 0.1% to 2.5% across unit sizes. The city features several parks, the Tannery Row Artist Colony, and convenient access to I-985 and I-85.
Explore the City
Buford is home to the Mall of Georgia, the largest mall in the state.
Local residents enjoy the walkable streets of downtown Buford year-round.
You can head to the Buford-Sugar Hill Public Library for one-on-one learning and reading skills.
There is fun for children of all ages at the annual Buford Halloween Festival.
Buford was founded after a railroad connected Charlotte, North Carolina, and Atlanta.
Buford's City Hall is located in the heart of the city on Main Street.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$62,572
Average: $91,136
Education
4,454
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
8,819
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Buford has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
37%
Non-Renters
63%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Buford, GA is $1,028 for a studio, $1,439 for one bedroom, $1,700 for two bedrooms, and $2,129 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Buford has decreased by -5.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,439/month
803 Sq Ft
House
$2,786/month
2,459 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,490/month
2,002 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Buford, GA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
849 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
1,538 Students
Public
Grades K-5
1,337 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
969 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
608 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,837 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,655 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,428 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,500 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,040 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Mill Creek Nature Center
- Bogan Park
- Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center
- Lake Lanier
- Rock Springs Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.