Cost of Living in Gainesville, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.2
100 = national avg
+17.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,556
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,859
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing147.8
Food99.4
Transportation98.8
Healthcare99.5
Utilities109.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,381
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,514
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gainesville is 117.2, which is 17.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 147.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,556 per year to cover basic expenses.