Cost of Living in Atkinson County, Georgia
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Atkinson County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Atkinson County ranks #961 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 31%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Atkinson County, Georgia
Atkinson's rent squeeze hits hardest
Atkinson County's 19.4% rent-to-income ratio is among the nation's tightest, reflecting both low rents ($620) and even lower incomes ($38,438). This county ranks as one of the least affordable places in America relative to earning power, despite headline rents that appear cheap nationwide.
Georgia's toughest rental market
Atkinson's 19.4% rent-to-income ratio is the second-highest in our regional analysis, exceeding Georgia's state average of 18.6% despite the lowest median rent in this group at $620. The county's median income of $38,438 is the lowest among these eight counties, creating outsized housing burden.
Cheapest rents, lowest wages
Atkinson County offers the lowest median rent ($620) across this eight-county cluster, undercutting nearby Appling ($711) and Bacon ($789). However, it also has the lowest median household income at $38,438, making renters stretch further to cover housing costs.
Nearly a fifth goes to housing
Atkinson residents earning a median of $38,438 annually pay $620 in monthly rent, consuming 19.4% of gross income—above the state average. Homeowners with median costs of $587 monthly still face affordability pressures on median home values of $76,300.
Best for homebuyers seeking lowest values
Atkinson County appeals to budget-conscious homebuyers eyeing the region's lowest median home value ($76,300), though renters should note the tightest income-to-rent ratio here. Compare housing options with surrounding Appling and Bacon counties before deciding—wages matter as much as rent prices.
Cost of Living Advisory: Atkinson County
Affordability Verdict
Housing in Atkinson County is affordable. The median rent is $620/month against a median household income of $38,438, putting rent at 19.4% of income.
Rent vs. Own
Renters in Atkinson County pay $620/month on average, compared to $587/month for homeowners. This market favors buyers by about 5%.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $24,800/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $25,157/year. With a median household income of $38,438, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 28.0% of renter households in Atkinson County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Atkinson County sits 8% less expensive than Hancock County ($671/month) in terms of median gross rent.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
19.4%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$897
per month
Owner Cost Burden
18.3%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Atkinson County
Median home value is $76,300. Estimated monthly cost: $609 vs. your max of $897.
Rent Affordability Guide
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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