Cost of Living in Sandy Springs, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
169.2
100 = national avg
+69.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$74,460
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$175,997
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing237.7
Food127.7
Transportation113.2
Healthcare122.1
Utilities144.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,660
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,820
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sandy Springs is 169.2, which is 69.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 237.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $74,460 per year to cover basic expenses.