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Cost of living in Cook County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,651/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,363 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $715 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $395 15%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $157 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Cook County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$710
per month
1 bedroom
$715
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,220
per month
4 bedroom
$1,326
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Cook County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$50,133
per year
Individual earnings
$34,228
per year
Per capita
$25,003
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Cook County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$123,000
Annual property tax
$1,009

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Cook 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 Cook County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.7%

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 Cook 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 Cook County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.9 min
Drive alone
81.0%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
1.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Cook County

What it costs to live in Cook County each month.

Single person
$2,651
per month
  • Rent $715
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $395
  • State tax $157
Couple
$3,760
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $494
  • State tax $229
Family
$6,211
per month
  • Rent $1,220
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $494
  • State tax $229

Frequently asked questions about Cook County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Cook County?

In Cook County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $715 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,220 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Cook County?

In Cook County, GA, the average household income is $50,133 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,228 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Cook County?

The estimated cost of living in Cook County, GA is approximately $2,651 per month for a single person, $3,760 for a couple, $6,211 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Cook County?

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

Is Cook County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Cook County, GA would need approximately $2,651 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $50,133 per year ($4,178 per month). Cook County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Cook County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Cook County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Cook County?

The average home value in Cook County, GA is $123,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,009, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Cook 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