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Macon-Bibb County, GA

Cost of living in Monroe County, GA

Part of the Macon Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,024/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 28,919 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $955 32%
Federal tax $499 17%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $324 11%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $205 7%
State tax $186 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Monroe County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$897
per month
1 bedroom
$955
per month
2 bedroom
$1,099
per month
3 bedroom
$1,324
per month
4 bedroom
$1,846
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Monroe County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$82,863
per year
Individual earnings
$40,586
per year
Per capita
$43,106
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Monroe County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$243,200
Annual property tax
$1,669

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Monroe 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 Monroe County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.5%

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 Monroe 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 Monroe County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.0 min
Drive alone
84.5%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
2.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Monroe County

What it costs to live in Monroe County each month.

Single person
$3,024
per month
  • Rent $955
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $499
  • State tax $186
Couple
$4,636
per month
  • Rent $1,099
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,026
  • State tax $379
Family
$6,997
per month
  • Rent $1,324
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,026
  • State tax $379

Frequently asked questions about Monroe County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Monroe County?

In Monroe County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $955 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,099 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,324 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Monroe County?

In Monroe County, GA, the average household income is $82,863 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,586 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Monroe County?

The estimated cost of living in Monroe County, GA is approximately $3,024 per month for a single person, $4,636 for a couple, $6,997 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Monroe County?

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

Is Monroe County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Monroe County, GA would need approximately $3,024 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $82,863 per year ($6,905 per month). Monroe County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Monroe County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Monroe County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Monroe County?

The average home value in Monroe County, GA is $243,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,669, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Monroe County compare to other areas?

You can compare Monroe County, GA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Monroe County is in the Macon-Bibb County, GA metro area.

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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