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Cost of living in Taylor County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,708/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,786 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $715 26%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $440 16%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $169 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Taylor County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$710
per month
1 bedroom
$715
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,265
per month
4 bedroom
$1,300
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Taylor County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$41,743
per year
Individual earnings
$36,978
per year
Per capita
$25,791
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Taylor County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$82,900
Annual property tax
$744

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Taylor 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 Taylor County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.1%

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 Taylor 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 Taylor County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.6 min
Drive alone
82.2%
Public transit
1.3%
Work from home
4.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Taylor County

What it costs to live in Taylor County each month.

Single person
$2,708
per month
  • Rent $715
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $440
  • State tax $169
Couple
$3,599
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $371
  • State tax $191
Family
$6,095
per month
  • Rent $1,265
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $371
  • State tax $191

Frequently asked questions about Taylor County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Taylor County?

In Taylor County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $715 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,265 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Taylor County?

In Taylor County, GA, the average household income is $41,743 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,978 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Taylor County?

The estimated cost of living in Taylor County, GA is approximately $2,708 per month for a single person, $3,599 for a couple, $6,095 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Taylor County?

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

Is Taylor County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Taylor County, GA would need approximately $2,708 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $41,743 per year ($3,479 per month). Taylor County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Taylor County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Taylor County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Taylor County?

The average home value in Taylor County, GA is $82,900, with average annual property taxes of $744, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Taylor 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