Cost of Living in Dalton, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.1
100 = national avg
-2.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,723
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,982
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing99.8
Food96.8
Transportation93.6
Healthcare97.4
Utilities98.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$899
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,121
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dalton is 97.1, which is 2.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 99.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,723 per year to cover basic expenses.