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Cost of living in Tattnall County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,531/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 24,215 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $690 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $324 13%
Federal tax $321 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $136 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Tattnall County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$685
per month
1 bedroom
$690
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,125
per month
4 bedroom
$1,520
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Tattnall County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$52,351
per year
Individual earnings
$29,679
per year
Per capita
$21,462
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Tattnall County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$122,400
Annual property tax
$1,246

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Tattnall 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 Tattnall County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.7%

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 Tattnall 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 Tattnall County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.4 min
Drive alone
76.3%
Public transit
0.6%
Work from home
2.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Tattnall County

What it costs to live in Tattnall County each month.

Single person
$2,531
per month
  • Rent $690
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $321
  • State tax $136
Couple
$3,804
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $527
  • State tax $240
Family
$6,160
per month
  • Rent $1,125
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $527
  • State tax $240

Frequently asked questions about Tattnall County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Tattnall County?

In Tattnall County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $690 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,125 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Tattnall County?

In Tattnall County, GA, the average household income is $52,351 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $29,679 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Tattnall County?

The estimated cost of living in Tattnall County, GA is approximately $2,531 per month for a single person, $3,804 for a couple, $6,160 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Tattnall County?

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

Is Tattnall County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Tattnall County, GA would need approximately $2,531 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $52,351 per year ($4,363 per month). Tattnall County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Tattnall County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Tattnall County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Tattnall County?

The average home value in Tattnall County, GA is $122,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,246, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Tattnall 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