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Rental Market Trends in Waycross, GA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Waycross, GA is $796/month.

Rent in Waycross is 52% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$796/month

Average Rent

548 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.1%

Change / Year

73

Available Apartments

Waycross rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Waycross average $492 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Waycross average $796 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Waycross average $838 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Waycross average $993 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$492/month
276 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$796/month
548 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$838/month
565 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$993/month
698 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Waycross, GA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.1%, which averages out to $25 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Waycross, GA

September 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Waycross, GA
Percentage*
Rent Range
50% Below $700/month
33% $700 - $1,000/month
17% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Waycross, GA?

Because the average rent in Waycross is $796, you’ll want to make about $2,653 per month or $31,836 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Waycross, GA

73 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Waycross, GA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Waycross, GA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Waycross We Think You'll Love

Windsor Waycross

Windsor Waycross

808 Brunel St,
Waycross, GA 31501

1 Bed | $1,025 - $1,165

Coral Cove

Coral Cove

2000 Ocean Breeze Cir,
Waycross, GA 31503

2-3 Beds | $966 - $1,288

389 Cherokee Ave

389 Cherokee Ave

389 Cherokee Ave,
Waycross, GA 31501

3 Beds | $1,700

3664 Augusta Springs Dr

3664 Augusta Springs Dr

3664 Augusta Springs Dr,
Waycross, GA 31503

2 Beds | $1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Waycross?

The average rent in Waycross is $796 per month, which is 52.2% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Waycross?

Rents in Waycross, GA are increasing, with prices up 3.1% year-over-year and $25 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Waycross?

In Waycross, GA, 50% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Georgia Waycross Rental Trends

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 September 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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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