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Cost of living in Emanuel County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,703/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 22,961 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $817 30%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $356 13%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $146 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Emanuel County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$773
per month
1 bedroom
$817
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,113
per month
4 bedroom
$1,520
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Emanuel County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$50,053
per year
Individual earnings
$31,854
per year
Per capita
$24,356
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Emanuel County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$88,200
Annual property tax
$860

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Emanuel 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 Emanuel County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.7%

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 Emanuel 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 Emanuel County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.6 min
Drive alone
79.3%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
5.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Emanuel County

What it costs to live in Emanuel County each month.

Single person
$2,703
per month
  • Rent $817
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $356
  • State tax $146
Couple
$3,759
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $493
  • State tax $229
Family
$6,103
per month
  • Rent $1,113
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $493
  • State tax $229

Frequently asked questions about Emanuel County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Emanuel County?

In Emanuel County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $817 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,113 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Emanuel County?

In Emanuel County, GA, the average household income is $50,053 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $31,854 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Emanuel County?

The estimated cost of living in Emanuel County, GA is approximately $2,703 per month for a single person, $3,759 for a couple, $6,103 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Emanuel County?

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

Is Emanuel County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Emanuel County, GA would need approximately $2,703 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $50,053 per year ($4,171 per month). Emanuel County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Emanuel County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Emanuel County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Emanuel County?

The average home value in Emanuel County, GA is $88,200, with average annual property taxes of $860, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Emanuel 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