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Cost of living in Hart County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,748/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 26,484 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $748 27%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $445 16%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 7%
State tax $171 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Hart County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$743
per month
1 bedroom
$748
per month
2 bedroom
$981
per month
3 bedroom
$1,182
per month
4 bedroom
$1,358
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hart County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$57,241
per year
Individual earnings
$37,270
per year
Per capita
$31,280
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hart County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$206,500
Annual property tax
$1,113

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hart 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 Hart County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.3%

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 Hart 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 Hart County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.7 min
Drive alone
79.6%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
8.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hart County

What it costs to live in Hart County each month.

Single person
$2,748
per month
  • Rent $748
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $445
  • State tax $171
Couple
$3,982
per month
  • Rent $981
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $607
  • State tax $262
Family
$6,319
per month
  • Rent $1,182
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $607
  • State tax $262

Frequently asked questions about Hart County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hart County?

In Hart County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $748 per month, a two-bedroom averages $981 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,182 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hart County?

In Hart County, GA, the average household income is $57,241 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,270 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hart County?

The estimated cost of living in Hart County, GA is approximately $2,748 per month for a single person, $3,982 for a couple, $6,319 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hart County?

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

Is Hart County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hart County, GA would need approximately $2,748 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $57,241 per year ($4,770 per month). Hart County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Hart County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hart County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hart County?

The average home value in Hart County, GA is $206,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,113, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hart 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