Cost of Living in Mount Vernon, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
69.4
100 = national avg
-30.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,525
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$72,149
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing63.7
Food76.9
Transportation76.1
Healthcare81.5
Utilities78.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$742
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mount Vernon is 69.4, which is 30.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 63.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,525 per year to cover basic expenses.