Thomson, GA Cost of Living


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Thomson cost of living score
80.4
Less expensive
19.6% lower
than the US average
14.9% lower
than the Georgia average
Thomson, Georgia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 80.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 19.6% lower than the U.S. average and 14.9% higher than the average for Georgia.

Thomson, GA

Housing costs in Thomson?
A typical home costs $151,900, which is 55.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 50.7% less expensive than the average Georgia home, at $308,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Thomson costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 50.6% cheaper than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Thomson?
To live comfortably in Thomson, Georgia, a minimum annual income of $29,160 for a family, and $29,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Thomson?
The cost of living in Thomson, GA is relatively affordable. According to Sperling's Best Places, the overall cost of living index in Thomson is 85.2, which is 15.8% lower than the U.S. average. Housing costs are particularly low, with a median home price of only $95,500 and average rent at $761 per month. In addition, residents can benefit from low transportation costs due to the proximity of major highways and access to citywide public transit systems. The city also features modest taxes, with a sales tax rate of 7%, which is below the national average. All these factors contribute to a reasonably priced life for those living in Thomson, GA.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesThomsonGeorgiaUnited States
  80.494.5100.0
  9595.5100
  101.499.8100.0
  44.582.4100.0
  $151,900$308,200$338,100
  105.4%103.2%100.0%
  95.5105.1100.0
  77.783.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 16 years ago

Their are not enough nice affordable apartments in Thomson Ga for people with disabilities and families like my self less than  More

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Over 16 years ago

This part of Georgia has a very comfortable climate. Overall and in comparison with other parts of the country, we have exceptional seasonal changes. The summers can  More

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