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Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC

Cost of living in Burke County, GA

Part of the Augusta Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,022/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 24,427 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,039 34%
Healthcare $480 16%
Federal tax $432 14%
Groceries $324 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $205 7%
State tax $167 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Burke County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$868
per month
1 bedroom
$1,039
per month
2 bedroom
$1,175
per month
3 bedroom
$1,545
per month
4 bedroom
$1,890
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Burke County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$50,739
per year
Individual earnings
$36,476
per year
Per capita
$31,580
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Burke County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$107,800
Annual property tax
$978

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Burke 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 Burke County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.4%

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 Burke 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 Burke County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.8 min
Drive alone
77.4%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
9.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Burke County

What it costs to live in Burke County each month.

Single person
$3,022
per month
  • Rent $1,039
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $432
  • State tax $167
Couple
$4,042
per month
  • Rent $1,175
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $503
  • State tax $232
Family
$6,548
per month
  • Rent $1,545
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $503
  • State tax $232

Frequently asked questions about Burke County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Burke County?

In Burke County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,039 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,175 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,545 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Burke County?

In Burke County, GA, the average household income is $50,739 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,476 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Burke County?

The estimated cost of living in Burke County, GA is approximately $3,022 per month for a single person, $4,042 for a couple, $6,548 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Burke County?

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

Is Burke County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Burke County, GA would need approximately $3,022 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $50,739 per year ($4,228 per month). Burke County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Burke County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Burke County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Burke County?

The average home value in Burke County, GA is $107,800, with average annual property taxes of $978, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Burke County compare to other areas?

You can compare Burke County, GA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Burke County is in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC 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