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Cost of living in Candler County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,584/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 10,972 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $715 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $343 13%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $142 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Candler County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$710
per month
1 bedroom
$715
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,268
per month
4 bedroom
$1,377
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Candler County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$50,431
per year
Individual earnings
$31,023
per year
Per capita
$25,898
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Candler County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$135,600
Annual property tax
$1,412

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Candler 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 Candler County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.3%

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 Candler 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 Candler County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.8 min
Drive alone
83.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
3.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Candler County

What it costs to live in Candler County each month.

Single person
$2,584
per month
  • Rent $715
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $343
  • State tax $142
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 Candler County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Candler County?

In Candler County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $715 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 Candler County?

In Candler County, GA, the average household income is $50,431 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $31,023 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Candler County?

The estimated cost of living in Candler County, GA is approximately $2,584 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 Candler County?

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

Is Candler County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Candler County, GA would need approximately $2,584 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $50,431 per year ($4,203 per month). Candler County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Candler County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Candler County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Candler County?

The average home value in Candler County, GA is $135,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,412, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Candler 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