Cost of Living in Hiawassee, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
94.6
100 = national avg
-5.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,637
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$98,415
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing125.2
Food83.5
Transportation67.0
Healthcare86.8
Utilities95.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$888
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hiawassee is 94.6, which is 5.4% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 125.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,637 per year to cover basic expenses.