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Cost of living in Pickens County, GA

Part of the Atlanta Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,746/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 34,197 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,653 44%
Federal tax $518 14%
Healthcare $480 13%
Groceries $324 9%
Transport $320 9%
Energy $205 5%
State tax $191 5%
Water $55 1%

Rent in Pickens County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,591
per month
1 bedroom
$1,653
per month
2 bedroom
$1,830
per month
3 bedroom
$2,205
per month
4 bedroom
$2,653
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pickens County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$75,293
per year
Individual earnings
$41,705
per year
Per capita
$38,359
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pickens County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$289,600
Annual property tax
$1,914

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pickens 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 Pickens County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.4%

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 Pickens 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 Pickens County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.4 min
Drive alone
73.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
16.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pickens County

What it costs to live in Pickens County each month.

Single person
$3,746
per month
  • Rent $1,653
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $518
  • State tax $191
Couple
$5,208
per month
  • Rent $1,830
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $902
  • State tax $344
Family
$7,719
per month
  • Rent $2,205
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $902
  • State tax $344

Frequently asked questions about Pickens County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pickens County?

In Pickens County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,653 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,830 per month, a three-bedroom averages $2,205 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pickens County?

In Pickens County, GA, the average household income is $75,293 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,705 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pickens County?

The estimated cost of living in Pickens County, GA is approximately $3,746 per month for a single person, $5,208 for a couple, $7,719 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pickens County?

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

Is Pickens County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pickens County, GA would need approximately $3,746 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $75,293 per year ($6,274 per month). Pickens County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Pickens County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pickens County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pickens County?

The average home value in Pickens County, GA is $289,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,914, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pickens County compare to other areas?

You can compare Pickens County, GA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Pickens County is in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, 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