Median Age
34 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 18% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
16%
Saint Marys, GA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,176
Population
24,094
Renter Mix
42% Rent
A historic gateway to the largest barrier islands on Georgia’s coastline
Historic
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Coastal
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Family-Friendly
Saint Marys is a historic city and gateway to Cumberland Island National Seashore, the largest of the Georgia Coast’s barrier islands. This coastal oasis sits along Saint Marys River and offers residents a laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere. The city is known for its historic sites and attractions, including the city’s historic district, Saint Marys Submarine Museum, Saint Marys Railroad Express, and the Mcintosh Sugarhouse. Although this city offers a peaceful, waterfront environment, there are plenty of restaurants and shopping opportunities in town. Irish pubs, cantinas, pizzerias, seafood joints, bakeries, and waterfront eateries await in Saint Marys. Apartments in the city range from affordable to upscale, many offering views of the river. Residents enjoy easy access to Interstate 95 and other major cities and destinations. Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach are only 26 miles from town by interstate, and Jacksonville, Florida is a straight shot down I-95, approximately 40 miles south of Saint Marys.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$70,591
Average: $89,454
Education
4,895
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
9,160
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Saint Marys has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
42%
Non-Renters
58%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
15%
Other Education
85%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Saint Marys, GA is $1,181 for one bedroom, $1,299 for two bedrooms, and $1,160 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Saint Marys has decreased by -0.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,181/month
786 Sq Ft
House
$2,158/month
1,554 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,649/month
1,391 Sq Ft
Getting Around
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Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Crooked River State Park
- Cumberland Island National Seashore
Airports
- Jacksonville International
- Brunswick Golden Isles
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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.