Cost of Living in Fayette County, GA

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

Median Income

$105,910

Median Rent

$1,693/mo

Median Home

$369,700

Affordability

393

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,869
Property Tax$256
Insurance$123

Total Monthly$2,248
% of Income25.5%

Renting

Median Rent$1,693
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,718
% of Income19.2%

Living in Fayette County, Georgia

Fayette County has a median household income of $105,910 with housing costs that represent 25.5% of income for owners and 19.2% 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.