Cost of Living in Chatham County, GA

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

Median Income

$66,171

Median Rent

$1,284/mo

Median Home

$256,400

Affordability

349

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,296
Property Tax$201
Insurance$85

Total Monthly$1,582
% of Income28.7%

Renting

Median Rent$1,284
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,309
% of Income23.3%

Living in Chatham County, Georgia

Chatham County has a median household income of $66,171 with housing costs that represent 28.7% of income for owners and 23.3% 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.