Cost of Living in Mountain City, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
81.8
100 = national avg
-18.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,986
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,057
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing84.3
Food86.0
Transportation72.1
Healthcare88.8
Utilities88.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$851
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,117
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mountain City is 81.8, which is 18.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 84.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,986 per year to cover basic expenses.