Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
16%
Lagrange, GA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,192
Population
32,045
Renter Mix
57% Rent
Bask in small-town charm and natural beauty on the outskirts of Atlanta
Suburban
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Historic
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Growing
Welcome to LaGrange, Georgia, located 60 miles southwest of Atlanta in the Georgia Piedmont region. This historic community offers renters a mix of small-town atmosphere and city conveniences. LaGrange College campus enhances the local landscape, while West Point Lake provides opportunities for outdoor recreation, including fishing and water activities. The downtown area centers around a preserved historic courthouse square, with streets showcasing architectural landmarks that reflect the city's heritage. The city's name honors the French estate of Revolutionary War hero Marquis de La Fayette.
LaGrange's rental market includes properties from downtown apartments to residential communities throughout the city. The downtown district offers shopping and dining options, while numerous parks provide outdoor spaces for recreation. Major employers in the area include Interface, a global commercial flooring manufacturer, and Remington Firearms' corporate headquarters. LaGrange offers municipal benefits including city-provided internet service and utility management. Throughout the year, community events bring residents together at venues like Lafayette Square and Sweetland Amphitheatre.
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LaGrange College, established in 1831, stands as a distinguished liberal arts institution.
The Sweetland Amphitheater has hosted performances by artists such as Nelly, Jason Isbell, and Old Crow Medicine Show.
The Marquis de Lafayette proudly occupies the heart of the town square in Lagrange.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$44,931
Average: $60,343
Education
5,644
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
15,062
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Lagrange has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
57%
Non-Renters
43%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
13%
Other Education
87%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Lagrange, GA is $1,239 for a studio, $1,192 for one bedroom, $1,366 for two bedrooms, and $1,601 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lagrange has increased by 4.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,192/month
796 Sq Ft
House
$1,496/month
1,318 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,959/month
1,685 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Lagrange, GA is 16.9% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Lagrange is 31.6% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,192 - $1,601. You can expect to pay 10.2% less for groceries, 27.4% less for utilities, and 11.7% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
587 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
551 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
391 Students
Franklin Forest Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
702 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
609 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
950 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
950 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
644 Students
Bradfield Center - Ault Academy
Public
Grades 6-12
32 Students
Public
Grades K-12
32 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,405 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,273 Students
Bradfield Center - Ault Academy
Public
Grades 6-12
32 Students
Public
Grades K-12
32 Students
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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.