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Cost of living in Jenkins County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,502/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,674 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $715 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $320 13%
Federal tax $279 11%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $124 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Jenkins County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$710
per month
1 bedroom
$715
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,268
per month
4 bedroom
$1,300
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Jenkins County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$36,906
per year
Individual earnings
$27,129
per year
Per capita
$21,473
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Jenkins County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$81,100
Annual property tax
$777

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Jenkins 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 Jenkins County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.0%

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 Jenkins 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 Jenkins County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.4 min
Drive alone
75.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
12.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Jenkins County

What it costs to live in Jenkins County each month.

Single person
$2,502
per month
  • Rent $715
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $279
  • State tax $124
Couple
$3,505
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $299
  • State tax $169
Family
$6,004
per month
  • Rent $1,268
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $299
  • State tax $169

Frequently asked questions about Jenkins County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Jenkins County?

In Jenkins County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $715 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 Jenkins County?

In Jenkins County, GA, the average household income is $36,906 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $27,129 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Jenkins County?

The estimated cost of living in Jenkins County, GA is approximately $2,502 per month for a single person, $3,505 for a couple, $6,004 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Jenkins County?

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

Is Jenkins County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Jenkins County, GA would need approximately $2,502 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $36,906 per year ($3,076 per month). Jenkins County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Jenkins County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Jenkins County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Jenkins County?

The average home value in Jenkins County, GA is $81,100, with average annual property taxes of $777, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Jenkins 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