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Cost of living in Wilcox County, GA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,672/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,784 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $715 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $412 15%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $205 8%
State tax $161 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Wilcox County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$710
per month
1 bedroom
$715
per month
2 bedroom
$905
per month
3 bedroom
$1,220
per month
4 bedroom
$1,520
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Wilcox County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$48,036
per year
Individual earnings
$35,263
per year
Per capita
$21,028
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Wilcox County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$71,200
Annual property tax
$753

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Wilcox 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 Wilcox County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
14.6%

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 Wilcox 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 Wilcox County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
30.6 min
Drive alone
80.7%
Public transit
0.6%
Work from home
6.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Wilcox County

What it costs to live in Wilcox County each month.

Single person
$2,672
per month
  • Rent $715
  • Energy $205
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $412
  • State tax $161
Couple
$3,720
per month
  • Rent $905
  • Energy $246
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $463
  • State tax $220
Family
$6,171
per month
  • Rent $1,220
  • Energy $308
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $463
  • State tax $220

Frequently asked questions about Wilcox County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Wilcox County?

In Wilcox County, GA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $715 per month, a two-bedroom averages $905 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,220 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Wilcox County?

In Wilcox County, GA, the average household income is $48,036 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,263 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Wilcox County?

The estimated cost of living in Wilcox County, GA is approximately $2,672 per month for a single person, $3,720 for a couple, $6,171 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Wilcox County?

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

Is Wilcox County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Wilcox County, GA would need approximately $2,672 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $48,036 per year ($4,003 per month). Wilcox County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Wilcox County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Wilcox County, GA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 14.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Wilcox County?

The average home value in Wilcox County, GA is $71,200, with average annual property taxes of $753, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Wilcox 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