Cost of Living in Burke County, GA

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

Median Income

$50,321

Median Rent

$747/mo

Median Home

$98,300

Affordability

700

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$497
Property Tax$69
Insurance$33

Total Monthly$599
% of Income14.3%

Renting

Median Rent$747
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$772
% of Income17.8%

Living in Burke County, Georgia

Burke County has a median household income of $50,321 with housing costs that represent 14.3% of income for owners and 17.8% 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.