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Cost of living in Georgia

Rent, taxes, earnings and more across all 159 Georgia counties.

Avg. 1-bed rent
$972/mo
Avg. household income
$60,488/yr
Avg. home value
$180,827
Avg. monthly cost
$2,964/mo
Cheapest county
Macon County
$2,503/mo for a single person
Most expensive county
Forsyth County
$4,175/mo for a single person

Last updated May 21, 2026

Taxes in Georgia

State income, sales and local tax rates.

State income tax
5.49%
Flat rate

Georgia has a flat state income tax rate of 5.49%.

State sales tax
4.00%
Combined sales tax
7.38%
incl. average local of 3.38%

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Rent in Georgia

The average one-bedroom rent across Georgia is $972/mo. Rent varies from $690/mo in Berrien County to $1,653/mo in Walton County.

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Cheapest places to live in Georgia

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Rankings include rent, utilities, groceries, transport, healthcare and taxes. See our methodology.

Most expensive places to live in Georgia

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Highest earning counties in Georgia

Top 10 by average household income.

All 159 counties in Georgia

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Frequently asked questions about Georgia

Common questions about cost of living, taxes and rent.

What is the cost of living in Georgia?

The average cost of living in Georgia is approximately $2,964 per month for a single person. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare and taxes. Costs range from $2,503/mo in Macon County to $4,175/mo in Forsyth County.

What is the average rent in Georgia?

The average one-bedroom rent in Georgia is $972 per month, based on HUD Fair Market Rent data across all 159 counties.

What is the average salary in Georgia?

The average household income in Georgia is $60,488 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

Does Georgia have state income tax?

Yes, Georgia has a flat state income tax of 5.49%.

What is the sales tax in Georgia?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Georgia averages 7.38%. The state rate is 4.00% with an average local addition of 3.38%.

What are the cheapest places to live in Georgia?

The cheapest counties to live in Georgia based on overall monthly costs are: 1. Quitman County ($2,446/mo), 2. Wheeler County ($2,464/mo), 3. Randolph County ($2,479/mo), 4. Jenkins County ($2,502/mo), 5. Macon County ($2,503/mo).

What are the most expensive places to live in Georgia?

The most expensive counties to live in Georgia based on overall monthly costs are: 1. Forsyth County ($4,175/mo), 2. Fayette County ($4,009/mo), 3. Fulton County ($3,980/mo), 4. Coweta County ($3,901/mo), 5. Paulding County ($3,890/mo).

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources.

  • U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 5-Year Estimates)
  • HUD Fair Market Rents FY2025
  • Energy Information Administration (EIA)
  • Tax Foundation state and local rates
Methodology All data sources