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Cost of living in Screven County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,601/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 14,057 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $690 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $376 14%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $151 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Screven County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$685
per month
1 bedroom
$690
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,207
per month
4 bedroom
$1,300
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Screven County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,017
per year
Individual earnings
$33,051
per year
Per capita
$29,121
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Screven County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$122,300
Annual property tax
$1,444

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Screven 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 Screven County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.5%

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 Screven 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 Screven County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
34.0 min
Drive alone
82.2%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
5.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Screven County

What it costs to live in Screven County each month.

Single person
$2,601
per month
  • Rent $690
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $376
  • State tax $151
Couple
$3,817
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $537
  • State tax $243
Family
$6,255
per month
  • Rent $1,207
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $537
  • State tax $243

Frequently asked questions about Screven County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Screven County?

In Screven County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $690 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,207 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Screven County?

In Screven County, GA, the average household income is $53,017 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,051 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Screven County?

The estimated cost of living in Screven County, GA is approximately $2,601 per month for a single person, $3,817 for a couple, $6,255 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Screven County?

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

Is Screven County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Screven County, GA would need approximately $2,601 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,017 per year ($4,418 per month). Screven County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Screven County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Screven County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Screven County?

The average home value in Screven County, GA is $122,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,444, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Screven 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