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Cost of living in Pierce County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,774/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 19,996 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $721 26%
Federal tax $487 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 7%
State tax $182 7%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Pierce County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$716
per month
1 bedroom
$721
per month
2 bedroom
$946
per month
3 bedroom
$1,140
per month
4 bedroom
$1,266
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pierce County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,691
per year
Individual earnings
$39,831
per year
Per capita
$29,266
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pierce County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$132,100
Annual property tax
$1,209

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pierce 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 Pierce County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.6%

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 Pierce 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 Pierce County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.5 min
Drive alone
84.4%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
1.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pierce County

What it costs to live in Pierce County each month.

Single person
$2,774
per month
  • Rent $721
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $487
  • State tax $182
Couple
$3,935
per month
  • Rent $946
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $598
  • State tax $259
Family
$6,265
per month
  • Rent $1,140
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $598
  • State tax $259

Frequently asked questions about Pierce County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pierce County?

In Pierce County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $721 per month, a two-bedroom averages $946 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,140 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pierce County?

In Pierce County, GA, the average household income is $56,691 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,831 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pierce County?

The estimated cost of living in Pierce County, GA is approximately $2,774 per month for a single person, $3,935 for a couple, $6,265 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pierce County?

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

Is Pierce County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pierce County, GA would need approximately $2,774 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,691 per year ($4,724 per month). Pierce County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Pierce County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pierce County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pierce County?

The average home value in Pierce County, GA is $132,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,209, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pierce County compare to other areas?

You can compare Pierce County, GA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Pierce County is in the Waycross, 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