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Cost of living in Bleckley County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,615/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 12,414 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $690 26%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $387 15%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $154 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Bleckley County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$685
per month
1 bedroom
$690
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,222
per month
4 bedroom
$1,477
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bleckley County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,005
per year
Individual earnings
$33,714
per year
Per capita
$29,677
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bleckley County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$132,900
Annual property tax
$1,438

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bleckley 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 Bleckley County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.4%

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 Bleckley 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 Bleckley County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.5 min
Drive alone
86.0%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
5.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bleckley County

What it costs to live in Bleckley County each month.

Single person
$2,615
per month
  • Rent $690
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $387
  • State tax $154
Couple
$3,816
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $537
  • State tax $242
Family
$6,269
per month
  • Rent $1,222
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $537
  • State tax $242

Frequently asked questions about Bleckley County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bleckley County?

In Bleckley County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $690 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,222 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bleckley County?

In Bleckley County, GA, the average household income is $53,005 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,714 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bleckley County?

The estimated cost of living in Bleckley County, GA is approximately $2,615 per month for a single person, $3,816 for a couple, $6,269 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bleckley County?

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

Is Bleckley County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bleckley County, GA would need approximately $2,615 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,005 per year ($4,417 per month). Bleckley County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Bleckley County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bleckley County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bleckley County?

The average home value in Bleckley County, GA is $132,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,438, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bleckley 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