Cost of Living in St. Marys, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.7
100 = national avg
+12.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,598
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,231
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing131.0
Food101.4
Transportation102.8
Healthcare101.1
Utilities107.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,117
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,225
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. Marys is 112.7, which is 12.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 131.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,598 per year to cover basic expenses.