Cost of Living in Portal, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
89.4
100 = national avg
-10.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,358
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$93,027
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing76.4
Food98.0
Transportation95.9
Healthcare98.4
Utilities94.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$898
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,178
per month
The overall cost of living index in Portal is 89.4, which is 10.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 76.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,358 per year to cover basic expenses.