Cost of Living in Cornelia, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.1
100 = national avg
-16.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,582
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,467
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing100.8
Food80.7
Transportation61.4
Healthcare84.6
Utilities88.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$855
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,018
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cornelia is 83.1, which is 16.9% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 100.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,582 per year to cover basic expenses.