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Cost of living in Fannin County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,596/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 25,605 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $690 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $372 14%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $150 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Fannin County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$685
per month
1 bedroom
$690
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,268
per month
4 bedroom
$1,282
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Fannin County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,073
per year
Individual earnings
$32,834
per year
Per capita
$38,719
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Fannin County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$274,600
Annual property tax
$959

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Fannin 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 Fannin County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.2%

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 Fannin 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 Fannin County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.9 min
Drive alone
71.3%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
11.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Fannin County

What it costs to live in Fannin County each month.

Single person
$2,596
per month
  • Rent $690
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $372
  • State tax $150
Couple
$3,923
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $620
  • State tax $266
Family
$6,422
per month
  • Rent $1,268
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $620
  • State tax $266

Frequently asked questions about Fannin County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Fannin County?

In Fannin County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $690 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 Fannin County?

In Fannin County, GA, the average household income is $58,073 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,834 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Fannin County?

The estimated cost of living in Fannin County, GA is approximately $2,596 per month for a single person, $3,923 for a couple, $6,422 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Fannin County?

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

Is Fannin County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Fannin County, GA would need approximately $2,596 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,073 per year ($4,839 per month). Fannin County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Fannin County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Fannin County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Fannin County?

The average home value in Fannin County, GA is $274,600, with average annual property taxes of $959, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Fannin 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