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Cost of living in Early County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,713/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 10,683 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $817 30%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $364 13%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $148 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Early County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$729
per month
1 bedroom
$817
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,149
per month
4 bedroom
$1,286
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Early County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,750
per year
Individual earnings
$32,344
per year
Per capita
$26,879
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Early County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$130,100
Annual property tax
$1,069

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Early 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 Early County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.4%

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 Early 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 Early County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.7 min
Drive alone
78.0%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
3.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Early County

What it costs to live in Early County each month.

Single person
$2,713
per month
  • Rent $817
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $364
  • State tax $148
Couple
$3,832
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $549
  • State tax $246
Family
$6,212
per month
  • Rent $1,149
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $549
  • State tax $246

Frequently asked questions about Early County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Early County?

In Early County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $817 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,149 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Early County?

In Early County, GA, the average household income is $53,750 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,344 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Early County?

The estimated cost of living in Early County, GA is approximately $2,713 per month for a single person, $3,832 for a couple, $6,212 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Early County?

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

Is Early County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Early County, GA would need approximately $2,713 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,750 per year ($4,479 per month). Early County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Early County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Early County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Early County?

The average home value in Early County, GA is $130,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,069, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Early 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