Cost of Living in St. Simons, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
163.4
100 = national avg
+63.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$71,894
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$169,931
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing196.8
Food131.0
Transportation162.0
Healthcare124.8
Utilities138.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,105
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,293
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. Simons is 163.4, which is 63.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 196.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $71,894 per year to cover basic expenses.