Cost of Living in Swainsboro, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
76.5
100 = national avg
-23.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,644
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$79,523
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing72.8
Food84.9
Transportation69.7
Healthcare87.9
Utilities85.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$888
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Swainsboro is 76.5, which is 23.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 72.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,644 per year to cover basic expenses.