Cost of Living in Putnam County, GA

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

Median Income

$60,825

Median Rent

$934/mo

Median Home

$203,300

Affordability

417

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,028
Property Tax$120
Insurance$68

Total Monthly$1,216
% of Income24%

Renting

Median Rent$934
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$959
% of Income18.4%

Living in Putnam County, Georgia

Putnam County has a median household income of $60,825 with housing costs that represent 24% of income for owners and 18.4% 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.