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Cost of living in Seminole County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,667/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,117 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $715 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $408 15%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $160 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Seminole County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$710
per month
1 bedroom
$715
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,212
per month
4 bedroom
$1,300
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Seminole County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$49,559
per year
Individual earnings
$35,010
per year
Per capita
$29,184
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Seminole County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$111,600
Annual property tax
$1,361

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Seminole 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 Seminole County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
16.7%

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 Seminole 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 Seminole County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.0 min
Drive alone
85.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
0.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Seminole County

What it costs to live in Seminole County each month.

Single person
$2,667
per month
  • Rent $715
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $408
  • State tax $160
Couple
$3,750
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $486
  • State tax $227
Family
$6,193
per month
  • Rent $1,212
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $486
  • State tax $227

Frequently asked questions about Seminole County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Seminole County?

In Seminole County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $715 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,212 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Seminole County?

In Seminole County, GA, the average household income is $49,559 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,010 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Seminole County?

The estimated cost of living in Seminole County, GA is approximately $2,667 per month for a single person, $3,750 for a couple, $6,193 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Seminole County?

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

Is Seminole County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Seminole County, GA would need approximately $2,667 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $49,559 per year ($4,130 per month). Seminole County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Seminole County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Seminole County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 16.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Seminole County?

The average home value in Seminole County, GA is $111,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,361, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Seminole 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