Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
11%
Locust Grove
Locust Grove, GA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,473
Population
11,509
Renter Mix
24% Rent
Savor historic charm and modern convenience in Henry County
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Located about 36 miles south of Atlanta, Locust Grove is a growing community brimming with historic charm. Formerly a railroad distribution center, Locust Grove touts remnants of its past throughout the community. Locust Grove’s vintage character is particularly evident in its vibrant downtown area, where a slew of restaurants, salons, and specialty stores are housed in rows of well-preserved buildings along Georgia Highway 42.
Residents enjoy a wide variety of affordable houses and apartments available for rent in Locust Grove’s quiet neighborhoods. Renting in Locust Grove means joining a close-knit community brought together for an array of annual events as well as a shared love of history and the outdoors. The community delights in the exceptional shopping options at Tanger Outlets Locust Grove, and the great recreational opportunities at the Cubihatcha Outdoor Center, Tanger Station Park, and Warren Holder Park. Interstate 75 cuts directly through the city, connecting Locust Grove to Atlanta, Macon, and beyond.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$65,231
Average: $80,738
Education
2,055
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,867
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Locust Grove has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
24%
Non-Renters
76%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Locust Grove, GA is $1,360 for a studio, $1,482 for one bedroom, $1,771 for two bedrooms, and $1,987 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Locust Grove has decreased by -1.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,482/month
917 Sq Ft
House
$2,256/month
2,165 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Locust Grove, GA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
632 Students
Locust Grove Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
568 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
838 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
640 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
474 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,103 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
870 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,373 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,637 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 February 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.