Cost of Living in Jacksonville, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
74.0
100 = national avg
-26.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,560
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$76,959
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing71.5
Food76.8
Transportation88.4
Healthcare81.4
Utilities80.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$852
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jacksonville is 74.0, which is 26.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 71.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,560 per year to cover basic expenses.