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Cost of living in Irwin County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,670/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,385 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $715 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $410 15%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $161 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Irwin County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$710
per month
1 bedroom
$715
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,090
per month
4 bedroom
$1,300
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Irwin County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,915
per year
Individual earnings
$35,121
per year
Per capita
$27,128
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Irwin County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$105,300
Annual property tax
$1,174

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Irwin 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 Irwin County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
21.4%

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 Irwin 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 Irwin County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.0 min
Drive alone
83.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Irwin County

What it costs to live in Irwin County each month.

Single person
$2,670
per month
  • Rent $715
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $410
  • State tax $161
Couple
$3,836
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $552
  • State tax $247
Family
$6,157
per month
  • Rent $1,090
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $552
  • State tax $247

Frequently asked questions about Irwin County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Irwin County?

In Irwin County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $715 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,090 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Irwin County?

In Irwin County, GA, the average household income is $53,915 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,121 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Irwin County?

The estimated cost of living in Irwin County, GA is approximately $2,670 per month for a single person, $3,836 for a couple, $6,157 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Irwin County?

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

Is Irwin County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Irwin County, GA would need approximately $2,670 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,915 per year ($4,493 per month). Irwin County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Irwin County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Irwin County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 21.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Irwin County?

The average home value in Irwin County, GA is $105,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,174, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Irwin 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