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Cost of Living in Georgia

Georgia State is known for its affordable cost of living. The median home price in Atlanta, the largest city in the state, is approximately $272,000 which is much lower than many other large cities in the United States. Additionally, Georgia has some of the lowest sales tax rates in the country, making it an attractive place to shop and live for those looking to save money. The cost of living index score for Georgia stands at 94.2 meaning the cost of living is 6% lower than the national average. This low cost of living combined with a wide variety of job opportunities makes Georgia an attractive option for those looking to move or establish a new business in an affordable area.

Our cost of living indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means Georgia is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means Georgia, Georgia is more expensive.

Georgia cost of living is 94.5

COST OF LIVINGGeorgiaUnited States
  94.5100
  95.5100
  99.8100
  82.4100
  $308,200$338,100
  103.2100
  105.1100
  83.8100
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    Reviews for Georgia    74 Reviews
    Georgia Like Any Place Has It's Good & Bad - 12/12/2016
    I was sad to read some of the comments about my home state of Georgia. Many were based on experiences people have had living in Atlanta or it's suburbs. Having been born... Read More

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    Cost of Housing listed is misleading - 5/4/2016
    In the cost of living review of Georgia, it shows that housing in Georgia is 75% of the national average, which sounds good to someone thinking of moving into the state,... Read More

    Climate - 2/19/2016
    The climate in Georgia is great. It is really hot in the summers. our winters do not last long. Well, here in Albany it starts getting cool-cold around Halloween. The... Read More


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