Cost of Living in Athens-Clarke County unified government (balance), GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.4
100 = national avg
+2.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,061
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,508
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing131.0
Food89.5
Transportation81.0
Healthcare91.6
Utilities99.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,183
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,331
per month
The overall cost of living index in Athens-Clarke County unified government (balance) is 102.4, which is 2.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 131.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,061 per year to cover basic expenses.