Cost of Living in Plains, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.6
100 = national avg
-16.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,786
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,948
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing105.9
Food79.1
Transportation58.3
Healthcare83.3
Utilities88.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$829
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,088
per month
The overall cost of living index in Plains is 83.6, which is 16.4% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 105.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,786 per year to cover basic expenses.