Cost of Living in Columbia County, GA

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

Median Income

$92,571

Median Rent

$1,295/mo

Median Home

$259,000

Affordability

485

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,310
Property Tax$196
Insurance$86

Total Monthly$1,592
% of Income20.6%

Renting

Median Rent$1,295
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,320
% of Income16.8%

Living in Columbia County, Georgia

Columbia County has a median household income of $92,571 with housing costs that represent 20.6% of income for owners and 16.8% 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.