Zip 31204 (Macon, GA) Cost of Living


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Macon cost of living score
76.3
Less expensive
23.7% lower
than the US average
19.3% lower
than the Georgia average
Macon (zip 31204), Georgia gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.7% lower than the U.S. average and 19.3% higher than the average for Georgia.

Zip 31204 (Macon, GA)

Housing costs in Macon?
A typical home costs $96,300, which is 71.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 68.8% less expensive than the average Georgia home, at $308,200. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Macon costs $880 per month, which is 38.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 45.5% cheaper than the state average of $1,280.

Can I afford Macon?
To live comfortably in Macon (zip 31204), Georgia, a minimum annual income of $18,360 for a family, and $30,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Macon?
The cost of living in 31204 Macon, GA is relatively affordable compared to other areas. According to the Cost of Living Index, Macon residents typically spend around 14% less than the average American household. Housing costs are especially low, with the median home value sitting at just $88,400 and median rent at $673 per month. The median household income is also lower than the national average at $37,202. In comparison to other cities in the region, Macon offers lower prices on most goods and services while still providing plenty of amenities for its residents.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMaconGeorgiaUnited States
  76.394.5100.0
  91.995.5100
  103.799.8100.0
  28.382.4100.0
  $96,300$308,200$338,100
  105.8%103.2%100.0%
  79.3105.1100.0
  97.983.8100.0

   100=National Average

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