Cost of Living in Dahlonega, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.7
100 = national avg
+29.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,056
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,859
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing163.5
Food106.9
Transportation113.9
Healthcare105.6
Utilities116.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,136
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,245
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dahlonega is 129.7, which is 29.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 163.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,056 per year to cover basic expenses.