Cost of Living in Ben Hill County, GA

What does it cost to live in Ben Hill County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$38,255

Median Rent

$668/mo

Median Home

$100,000

Affordability

510

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$506
Property Tax$86
Insurance$33

Total Monthly$625
% of Income19.6%

Renting

Median Rent$668
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$693
% of Income21%

Living in Ben Hill County, Georgia

Ben Hill County has a median household income of $38,255 with housing costs that represent 19.6% of income for owners and 21% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.