Cartersville, GA Cost of Living


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Cartersville cost of living score
92
Less expensive
8.0% lower
than the US average
2.6% lower
than the Georgia average
Cartersville, Georgia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 92, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.0% lower than the U.S. average and 2.6% higher than the average for Georgia.

Cartersville, GA

Housing costs in Cartersville?
A typical home costs $299,100, which is 11.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 3.0% less expensive than the average Georgia home, at $308,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Cartersville costs $1,200 per month, which is 16.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 6.7% cheaper than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Cartersville?
To live comfortably in Cartersville, Georgia, a minimum annual income of $57,240 for a family, and $42,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Cartersville?
The cost of living in Cartersville is relatively low compared to other cities throughout the country. According to the 2018 Cost of Living Index, Cartersville has a score of 84.2, which is lower than the U.S. average of 100, and ranks as one of the most affordable cities in Georgia. Groceries are especially inexpensive in Cartersville, ranked 15% below the national average. Housing prices are also competitive for Georgia standards and range from smaller single-family homes to luxurious communities with custom-built houses and manicured lawns. With its low cost of living, Cartersville provides an attractive option for young professionals, families, and retirees looking for value in their next home or apartment.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesCartersvilleGeorgiaUnited States
  92.094.5100.0
  95.495.5100
  99.999.8100.0
  77.782.4100.0
  $299,100$308,200$338,100
  104.9%103.2%100.0%
  92.3105.1100.0
  86.983.8100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 8 years ago

The one important thing i didn't know when moving to Cartersville 11 years ago is the coal plant on the west side of town. The town smells of sulfur and chemicals. Only  More

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Over 12 years ago

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Over 13 years ago

My city is small, friendly and cheap. There is a lot to do here. There is the new Tellus museum, local art and cultural museums. You're not too far from Tennessee,  More

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