Cost of Living in Polk County, GA

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

Median Income

$51,956

Median Rent

$814/mo

Median Home

$151,400

Affordability

468

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$766
Property Tax$109
Insurance$50

Total Monthly$925
% of Income21.4%

Renting

Median Rent$814
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$839
% of Income18.8%

Living in Polk County, Georgia

Polk County has a median household income of $51,956 with housing costs that represent 21.4% of income for owners and 18.8% 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.