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Cost of living in Ben Hill County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,710/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,138 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $756 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $409 15%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $161 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Ben Hill County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$752
per month
1 bedroom
$756
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,118
per month
4 bedroom
$1,520
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Ben Hill County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$39,081
per year
Individual earnings
$35,101
per year
Per capita
$23,099
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Ben Hill County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$114,600
Annual property tax
$1,216

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Ben Hill 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 Ben Hill County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
18.7%

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 Ben Hill 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 Ben Hill County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.1 min
Drive alone
83.4%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
3.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Ben Hill County

What it costs to live in Ben Hill County each month.

Single person
$2,710
per month
  • Rent $756
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $409
  • State tax $161
Couple
$3,547
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $331
  • State tax $179
Family
$5,896
per month
  • Rent $1,118
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $331
  • State tax $179

Frequently asked questions about Ben Hill County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Ben Hill County?

In Ben Hill County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $756 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,118 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Ben Hill County?

In Ben Hill County, GA, the average household income is $39,081 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,101 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Ben Hill County?

The estimated cost of living in Ben Hill County, GA is approximately $2,710 per month for a single person, $3,547 for a couple, $5,896 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Ben Hill County?

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

Is Ben Hill County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Ben Hill County, GA would need approximately $2,710 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $39,081 per year ($3,257 per month). Ben Hill County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Ben Hill County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Ben Hill County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 18.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Ben Hill County?

The average home value in Ben Hill County, GA is $114,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,216, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Ben Hill County compare to other areas?

You can compare Ben Hill County, GA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Ben Hill County is in the Fitzgerald, GA metro area.

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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