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Cost of living in Webster County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,558/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,348 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $715 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $324 13%
Federal tax $323 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $136 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Webster 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 Webster County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$40,764
per year
Individual earnings
$29,813
per year
Per capita
$25,407
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Webster County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$92,200
Annual property tax
$935

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Webster 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 Webster County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
20.8%

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 Webster 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 Webster County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
32.9 min
Drive alone
86.3%
Public transit
1.0%
Work from home
2.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Webster County

What it costs to live in Webster County each month.

Single person
$2,558
per month
  • Rent $715
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $323
  • State tax $136
Couple
$3,579
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $356
  • State tax $186
Family
$5,947
per month
  • Rent $1,137
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $356
  • State tax $186

Frequently asked questions about Webster County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Webster County?

In Webster 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 Webster County?

In Webster County, GA, the average household income is $40,764 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $29,813 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Webster County?

The estimated cost of living in Webster County, GA is approximately $2,558 per month for a single person, $3,579 for a couple, $5,947 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Webster County?

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

Is Webster County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Webster County, GA would need approximately $2,558 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $40,764 per year ($3,397 per month). Webster County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Webster County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Webster County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 20.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Webster County?

The average home value in Webster County, GA is $92,200, with average annual property taxes of $935, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Webster 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