Cost of Living in Clayton County, GA

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

Median Income

$56,207

Median Rent

$1,216/mo

Median Home

$167,200

Affordability

456

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$845
Property Tax$127
Insurance$56

Total Monthly$1,028
% of Income21.9%

Renting

Median Rent$1,216
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,241
% of Income26%

Living in Clayton County, Georgia

Clayton County has a median household income of $56,207 with housing costs that represent 21.9% of income for owners and 26% 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.