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Cost of living in Whitfield County, GA

Part of the Dalton Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,806/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 103,118 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $838 30%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $420 15%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $205 7%
State tax $164 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Whitfield County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$754
per month
1 bedroom
$838
per month
2 bedroom
$1,100
per month
3 bedroom
$1,435
per month
4 bedroom
$1,665
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Whitfield County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,262
per year
Individual earnings
$35,753
per year
Per capita
$30,593
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Whitfield County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$198,900
Annual property tax
$1,339

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Whitfield 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 Whitfield County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
17.5%

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 Whitfield 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 Whitfield County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.4 min
Drive alone
82.8%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
4.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Whitfield County

What it costs to live in Whitfield County each month.

Single person
$2,806
per month
  • Rent $838
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $420
  • State tax $164
Couple
$4,248
per month
  • Rent $1,100
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $722
  • State tax $294
Family
$6,719
per month
  • Rent $1,435
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $722
  • State tax $294

Frequently asked questions about Whitfield County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Whitfield County?

In Whitfield County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $838 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,100 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,435 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Whitfield County?

In Whitfield County, GA, the average household income is $64,262 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,753 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Whitfield County?

The estimated cost of living in Whitfield County, GA is approximately $2,806 per month for a single person, $4,248 for a couple, $6,719 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Whitfield County?

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

Is Whitfield County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Whitfield County, GA would need approximately $2,806 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,262 per year ($5,355 per month). Whitfield County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Whitfield County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Whitfield County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 17.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Whitfield County?

The average home value in Whitfield County, GA is $198,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,339, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Whitfield County compare to other areas?

You can compare Whitfield County, GA with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Whitfield County is in the Dalton, 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
Methodology All data sources