Cost of Living in Folkston, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
74.8
100 = national avg
-25.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,930
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$77,834
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing68.7
Food84.7
Transportation69.5
Healthcare87.8
Utilities84.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$790
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,036
per month
The overall cost of living index in Folkston is 74.8, which is 25.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 68.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,930 per year to cover basic expenses.