Median Age
31 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 22% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
14%
Valdosta, GA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,010
Population
55,221
Renter Mix
62% Rent
Delight in the historic charm of the Azalea City
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Welcome to Valdosta, Georgia, where Southern hospitality meets college-town energy. As the home of Valdosta State University and nicknamed "TitleTown USA," this South Georgia community offers everything from restored downtown apartments to modern residential communities. Rental options near the university cater to the 12,000+ student population, while other neighborhoods provide peaceful suburban settings. One-bedroom apartments average $977 monthly, with two-bedroom units around $1,135.
Downtown Valdosta features a historic district with preserved 19th and early 20th-century architecture, creating a distinctive backdrop for local shops and eateries. The city offers outdoor recreation at McKey Park and Freedom Park, while Wild Adventures Theme Park sits just minutes from downtown. Moody Air Force Base residents appreciate the convenient location along Interstate 75, providing access to both Atlanta and Florida destinations. The Valdosta State University campus enhances the area with its Spanish Mission architecture and serves as a cornerstone of community activities. The city draws its name from Val d'Aosta in Italy, adding to its rich historical legacy.
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Murals tell stories of Valdosta's history in a beautiful and artistic way.
he beautiful streets of Downtown Valdosta provide residents a great place for lunch or dinner.
Valdosta State University students come from all over the United States, and represent a variety of backgrounds.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$31,607
Average: $50,825
Education
12,580
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
23,860
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Valdosta has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
62%
Non-Renters
38%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
17%
Other Education
83%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Valdosta, GA is $667 for a studio, $1,010 for one bedroom, $1,166 for two bedrooms, and $1,427 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Valdosta has increased by 0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,010/month
727 Sq Ft
House
$1,652/month
1,394 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Valdosta, GA is 9.4% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Valdosta is 22.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $667 - $1,427. You can expect to pay 5.2% less for groceries, 1.4% more for utilities, and 2.1% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Valdosta, GA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
878 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
859 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
738 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
831 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
613 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
756 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,026 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
797 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
660 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,059 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,322 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- VSU Planetarium
- Wild Adventures
Airports
- Valdosta Regional
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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.