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Cost of living in Bulloch County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,725/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 81,372 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $861 32%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $339 12%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $141 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Bulloch County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$855
per month
1 bedroom
$861
per month
2 bedroom
$1,129
per month
3 bedroom
$1,371
per month
4 bedroom
$1,497
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bulloch County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,832
per year
Individual earnings
$30,771
per year
Per capita
$30,450
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bulloch County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$191,600
Annual property tax
$1,491

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bulloch 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 Bulloch County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.9%

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 Bulloch 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 Bulloch County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.4 min
Drive alone
78.1%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
7.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bulloch County

What it costs to live in Bulloch County each month.

Single person
$2,725
per month
  • Rent $861
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $339
  • State tax $141
Couple
$4,121
per month
  • Rent $1,129
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $600
  • State tax $260
Family
$6,499
per month
  • Rent $1,371
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $600
  • State tax $260

Frequently asked questions about Bulloch County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bulloch County?

In Bulloch County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $861 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,129 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,371 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bulloch County?

In Bulloch County, GA, the average household income is $56,832 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $30,771 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bulloch County?

The estimated cost of living in Bulloch County, GA is approximately $2,725 per month for a single person, $4,121 for a couple, $6,499 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bulloch County?

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

Is Bulloch County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bulloch County, GA would need approximately $2,725 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,832 per year ($4,736 per month). Bulloch County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Bulloch County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bulloch County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bulloch County?

The average home value in Bulloch County, GA is $191,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,491, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bulloch 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