Decatur, GA Cost of Living


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Decatur cost of living score
104.8
More expensive
4.8% higher
than the US average
10.9% higher
than the Georgia average
Decatur, Georgia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 104.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 4.8% higher than the U.S. average and 10.9% higher than the average for Georgia.

Decatur, GA

Housing costs in Decatur?
A typical home costs $588,900, which is 74.2% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 91.1% more expensive than the average Georgia home, at $308,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Decatur costs $1,770 per month, which is 23.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 27.7% more than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Decatur?
To live comfortably in Decatur, Georgia, a minimum annual income of $112,680 for a family, and $62,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Decatur?
Decatur, GA is an affordable place to live with a cost of living that is lower than the national average. Housing costs are significantly lower than the rest of the country, while transportation and healthcare are slightly higher. If you are looking for an affordable place to live without compromising on quality services, then Decatur is definitely worth considering. Aside from being cheaper than many other cities in the US, Decatur also boasts a vibrant social scene with plenty of arts and entertainment options.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDecaturGeorgiaUnited States
  104.894.5100.0
  105.495.5100
  98.099.8100.0
  89.882.4100.0
  $588,900$308,200$338,100
  103.6%103.2%100.0%
  119.3105.1100.0
  103.983.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I have lived in this city for over a year. Even though the area I live in is quiet and the neighbors are nice, the crime that happens around my area is terrible. It  More

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Over 13 years ago

Depending on where you live in Decatur, you will have a different view of the city. Here in Georgia, you have the peculiar situation of having both a city of Decatur and  More

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Over 14 years ago

I am currently living in Memphis, Tn. I am considering moving to Georgia! How is the job market there, and which cities do you recommend to consider buying a  More

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