Macon, Georgia vs. Atlanta, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Atlanta, Georgia is 42.8% more expensive than Macon, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $51,415 in Atlanta, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Macon, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Atlanta, Georgia is more expensive than Macon, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
158% more expensive in Atlanta
than in Macon, Georgia
Macon, GA vs. Atlanta, GA
Compared to Macon, Atlanta is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  230.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% higher
  Commute
  45.2% higher
  Health
  4.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.3% higher