Cost of Living in Jackson County, GA

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

Median Income

$82,056

Median Rent

$1,007/mo

Median Home

$280,600

Affordability

395

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,419
Property Tax$217
Insurance$94

Total Monthly$1,730
% of Income25.3%

Renting

Median Rent$1,007
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,032
% of Income14.7%

Living in Jackson County, Georgia

Jackson County has a median household income of $82,056 with housing costs that represent 25.3% of income for owners and 14.7% 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.