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Macon-Bibb County, GA

Cost of living in Twiggs County, GA

Part of the Macon Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,099/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,869 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,082 35%
Healthcare $480 15%
Federal tax $459 15%
Groceries $324 10%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $205 7%
State tax $174 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Twiggs County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$1,014
per month
1 bedroom
$1,082
per month
2 bedroom
$1,252
per month
3 bedroom
$1,508
per month
4 bedroom
$1,660
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Twiggs County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$55,439
per year
Individual earnings
$38,104
per year
Per capita
$32,037
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Twiggs County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$104,500
Annual property tax
$859

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Twiggs 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 Twiggs County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.6%

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 Twiggs 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 Twiggs County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.8 min
Drive alone
81.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Twiggs County

What it costs to live in Twiggs County each month.

Single person
$3,099
per month
  • Rent $1,082
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $459
  • State tax $174
Couple
$4,215
per month
  • Rent $1,252
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $577
  • State tax $254
Family
$6,607
per month
  • Rent $1,508
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $577
  • State tax $254

Frequently asked questions about Twiggs County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Twiggs County?

In Twiggs County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,082 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,252 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,508 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Twiggs County?

In Twiggs County, GA, the average household income is $55,439 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,104 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Twiggs County?

The estimated cost of living in Twiggs County, GA is approximately $3,099 per month for a single person, $4,215 for a couple, $6,607 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Twiggs County?

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

Is Twiggs County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Twiggs County, GA would need approximately $3,099 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $55,439 per year ($4,620 per month). Twiggs County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Twiggs County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Twiggs County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Twiggs County?

The average home value in Twiggs County, GA is $104,500, with average annual property taxes of $859, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Twiggs County compare to other areas?

You can compare Twiggs County, GA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Twiggs County is in the Macon-Bibb County, GA metro area.

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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