Stone Mountain, GA Cost of Living


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Stone Mountain cost of living score
104.8
More expensive
4.8% higher
than the US average
10.9% higher
than the Georgia average
Stone Mountain, 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.

Stone Mountain, GA

Housing costs in Stone Mountain?
A typical home costs $280,400, which is 17.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 9.0% less expensive than the average Georgia home, at $308,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Stone Mountain costs $1,380 per month, which is 3.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 7.2% more than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Stone Mountain?
To live comfortably in Stone Mountain, Georgia, a minimum annual income of $53,640 for a family, and $48,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Stone Mountain?
Stone Mountain, GA is a great place to live with its low cost of living. According to the Cost of Living Index for 2018, Stone Mountain has a cost of living index of 90.2, which is 10 percent below the national average. This means that residents can enjoy desirable amenities and services at an affordable price. In addition, the median household income within Stone Mountain is $51,320, further affirming its affordability for both newcomers and current residents alike. With such a low cost of living, Stone Mountain is certainly an attractive destination for those looking for a high quality of life on a budget.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesStone MountainGeorgiaUnited States
  104.894.5100.0
  94.595.5100
  98.099.8100.0
  72.682.4100.0
  $280,400$308,200$338,100
  100.3%103.2%100.0%
  137.9105.1100.0
  104.083.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 12 years ago

Stephenson Middle School is a good school. What we put out as parents is what we get back. My children have not had any problems with their teachers, but they come home  More

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Over 12 years ago

As a town so close to Atlanta, Stone Mountain is pretty nice. The people are friendly and 9 out of 10 work hard to raise their kids right and to set a good example. It  More

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My Husband and I have owned our home in Stone Mountain for 2 years now. Prior to purchasing this home we lived in two apartment comple in Stone Mountain. It's a  More

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