Dawson, GA Cost of Living


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Dawson cost of living score
73
Less expensive
27.0% lower
than the US average
22.8% lower
than the Georgia average
Dawson, Georgia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 73, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 27.0% lower than the U.S. average and 22.8% higher than the average for Georgia.

Dawson, GA

Housing costs in Dawson?
A typical home costs $83,800, which is 75.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 72.8% less expensive than the average Georgia home, at $308,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dawson costs $790 per month, which is 44.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 62.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Dawson?
To live comfortably in Dawson, Georgia, a minimum annual income of $16,200 for a family, and $26,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dawson?
The cost of living in Dawson, GA is quite reasonable compared to other cities in the US. According to Best Places, the cost of living index is an estimated 81.5, which is lower than the national average of 100. Housing prices are also affordable in Dawson, with a median home price of around $110,000. Additionally, transportation costs are low due to the close proximity to Atlanta and Columbus for commuters. The overall cost of living in Dawson is generally favorable for individuals and families looking to move into a smaller city or rural area with a more relaxed lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDawsonGeorgiaUnited States
  73.094.5100.0
  94.395.5100
  106.399.8100.0
  36.682.4100.0
  $83,800$308,200$338,100
  104.9%103.2%100.0%
  88.1105.1100.0
  75.583.8100.0

   100=National Average

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