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Cost of living in Taliaferro County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,569/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,740 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $715 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $331 13%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $139 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Taliaferro County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$710
per month
1 bedroom
$715
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,137
per month
4 bedroom
$1,300
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Taliaferro County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$48,036
per year
Individual earnings
$30,288
per year
Per capita
$24,228
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Taliaferro County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$73,100
Annual property tax
$917

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Taliaferro 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 Taliaferro County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.6%

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 Taliaferro 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 Taliaferro County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
33.0 min
Drive alone
78.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
12.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Taliaferro County

What it costs to live in Taliaferro County each month.

Single person
$2,569
per month
  • Rent $715
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $331
  • State tax $139
Couple
$3,720
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $463
  • State tax $220
Family
$6,088
per month
  • Rent $1,137
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $463
  • State tax $220

Frequently asked questions about Taliaferro County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Taliaferro County?

In Taliaferro County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $715 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,137 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Taliaferro County?

In Taliaferro County, GA, the average household income is $48,036 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $30,288 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Taliaferro County?

The estimated cost of living in Taliaferro County, GA is approximately $2,569 per month for a single person, $3,720 for a couple, $6,088 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Taliaferro County?

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

Is Taliaferro County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Taliaferro County, GA would need approximately $2,569 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $48,036 per year ($4,003 per month). Taliaferro County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Taliaferro County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Taliaferro County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Taliaferro County?

The average home value in Taliaferro County, GA is $73,100, with average annual property taxes of $917, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Taliaferro 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