Cost Of Living — Georgia

Cost Of Living in Georgia

Georgia cost of living: Median income $72,837. Rent 1BR $1,100/mo, 2BR $1,246/mo. Min wage $7.25/hr. Electric $159/mo, gas $141.19/mo. State tax: 5.49%. Paid family leave: No. Paid sick leave: No.. Population: 11,302,748.

SNAP Benefits in Georgia

Georgia uses Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility (BBCE), with a gross income limit of 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. The maximum monthly SNAP benefit for a household of 4 in Georgia is $975. You can apply online at https://dfcs.georgia.gov/services/food-stamps or by calling 1-877-423-4746.

Medicaid in Georgia

Georgia has not expanded Medicaid (Georgia Medicaid). Georgia has limited Medicaid expansion through a waiver program. Apply at https://medicaid.georgia.gov/.

Unemployment Benefits in Georgia

Georgia pays unemployment insurance of between $55 and $365 a week, with benefits payable for up to 14 weeks on a claim filed today. Those are statutory limits — your own amount depends on your base-period wages. Georgia has no unpaid waiting week. See the full Georgia unemployment benefit figures, or apply at https://dol.georgia.gov/.

Georgia Wage Information

The minimum wage in Georgia is $7.25/hour ($2.13/hour for tipped workers). The median household income is $72,837. Georgia has a state income tax with a top rate of 5.49%.

Tenant Rights in Georgia

Georgia requires landlords to give 60 days notice for nonpayment of rent before filing for eviction. The typical eviction process takes approximately 14 days. Free legal aid is available at https://georgialegalaid.org.

Rent in Georgia

The median rent in Georgia is approximately $1,100/month for a 1-bedroom and $1,246/month for a 2-bedroom apartment. Georgia does not have rent control.

Important Notes for Georgia Residents

The data shown above is based on publicly available information and is updated regularly. Benefit amounts, eligibility rules, and legal requirements can change. Always verify current information with your local Georgia agencies before making important decisions. This calculator provides estimates — not guaranteed outcomes.