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Cost of living in Berrien County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,664/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 18,257 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $690 26%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $425 16%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $165 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Berrien County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$685
per month
1 bedroom
$690
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,268
per month
4 bedroom
$1,489
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Berrien County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$50,414
per year
Individual earnings
$36,080
per year
Per capita
$26,263
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Berrien County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$115,200
Annual property tax
$1,139

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Berrien 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 Berrien County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
18.8%

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 Berrien 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 Berrien County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.6 min
Drive alone
82.5%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
5.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Berrien County

What it costs to live in Berrien County each month.

Single person
$2,664
per month
  • Rent $690
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $425
  • State tax $165
Couple
$3,766
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $498
  • State tax $231
Family
$6,265
per month
  • Rent $1,268
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $498
  • State tax $231

Frequently asked questions about Berrien County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Berrien County?

In Berrien County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $690 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,268 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Berrien County?

In Berrien County, GA, the average household income is $50,414 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,080 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Berrien County?

The estimated cost of living in Berrien County, GA is approximately $2,664 per month for a single person, $3,766 for a couple, $6,265 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Berrien County?

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

Is Berrien County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Berrien County, GA would need approximately $2,664 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $50,414 per year ($4,201 per month). Berrien County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Berrien County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Berrien County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 18.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Berrien County?

The average home value in Berrien County, GA is $115,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,139, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Berrien 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