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Cost of living in Jeff Davis County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,707/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 14,838 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $715 26%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $439 16%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $169 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Jeff Davis 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
$1,335
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Jeff Davis County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$40,879
per year
Individual earnings
$36,894
per year
Per capita
$23,844
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Jeff Davis County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$109,300
Annual property tax
$1,016

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Jeff Davis 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 Jeff Davis County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
21.8%

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 Jeff Davis 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 Jeff Davis County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.0 min
Drive alone
79.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
3.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Jeff Davis County

What it costs to live in Jeff Davis County each month.

Single person
$2,707
per month
  • Rent $715
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $439
  • State tax $169
Couple
$3,582
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $358
  • State tax $187
Family
$5,903
per month
  • Rent $1,090
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $358
  • State tax $187

Frequently asked questions about Jeff Davis County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Jeff Davis County?

In Jeff Davis 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 Jeff Davis County?

In Jeff Davis County, GA, the average household income is $40,879 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,894 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Jeff Davis County?

The estimated cost of living in Jeff Davis County, GA is approximately $2,707 per month for a single person, $3,582 for a couple, $5,903 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Jeff Davis County?

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

Is Jeff Davis County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Jeff Davis County, GA would need approximately $2,707 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $40,879 per year ($3,407 per month). Jeff Davis County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Jeff Davis County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Jeff Davis County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 21.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Jeff Davis County?

The average home value in Jeff Davis County, GA is $109,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,016, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Jeff Davis 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