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Cost of living in Appling County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,633/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 18,426 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $715 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $381 14%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $153 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Appling County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$710
per month
1 bedroom
$715
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,246
per month
4 bedroom
$1,520
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Appling County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$43,728
per year
Individual earnings
$33,356
per year
Per capita
$25,218
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Appling County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$81,400
Annual property tax
$689

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Appling County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$163
per month · 14.8¢/kWh
Natural gas
$42
per month
Annual total
$2,460
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Appling County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.4%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Appling County

State and local tax rates for Georgia.

State income tax
5.5%
Flat rate
State sales tax
4.0%
Combined sales tax
7.4%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Appling County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.2 min
Drive alone
78.6%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
3.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Appling County

What it costs to live in Appling County each month.

Single person
$2,633
per month
  • Rent $715
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $381
  • State tax $153
Couple
$3,637
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $400
  • State tax $200
Family
$6,114
per month
  • Rent $1,246
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $400
  • State tax $200

Frequently asked questions about Appling County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Appling County?

In Appling County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $715 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,246 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Appling County?

In Appling County, GA, the average household income is $43,728 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,356 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Appling County?

The estimated cost of living in Appling County, GA is approximately $2,633 per month for a single person, $3,637 for a couple, $6,114 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Appling County?

The combined sales tax rate in Appling County, GA is 7.38%, which includes the Georgia state rate of 4.00% plus an average local rate of 3.38%.

Is Appling County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Appling County, GA would need approximately $2,633 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $43,728 per year ($3,644 per month). Appling County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Appling County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Appling County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Appling County?

The average home value in Appling County, GA is $81,400, with average annual property taxes of $689, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Appling County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources