Cost of Living in Bleckley County, Georgia
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Bleckley County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Bleckley County ranks #1,934 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 38%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Bleckley County, Georgia
Bleckley achieves true affordability balance
Bleckley County residents spend just 17.3% of household income on rent, below both Georgia's 18.6% state average and the national comfort zone. With $53,005 median household income and $765 monthly rent, the county delivers one of the region's healthiest housing-to-income ratios.
Bleckley beats Georgia's affordability test
At 17.3%, Bleckley's rent-to-income ratio ranks among Georgia's best, sitting comfortably below the state average of 18.6%. The county manages this feat while keeping rents reasonable at $765 monthly.
The region's affordability champion
Bleckley's 17.3% rent ratio outperforms all nearby counties in this cluster, from Ben Hill (21.3%) to Bibb (24.3%). At $765 monthly rent, it undercuts Bibb while offering better income levels than Ben Hill.
Housing costs stay in healthy proportion
Renters pay $765 monthly while homeowners spend $696 on median homes valued at $132,900. At $53,005 annual income, Bleckley households dedicate less than one-fifth of earnings to housing.
Bleckley offers smart relocation value
Families seeking genuine affordability with solid incomes should prioritize Bleckley over higher-cost Bibb or lower-income Ben Hill. The county balances reasonable rents with household earnings that stretch your housing dollars furthest.
Cost of Living Advisory: Bleckley County
Affordability Verdict
Bleckley County is affordable for renters, with a median gross rent of $765/month representing approximately 17.3% of median household income. The rent burden (GRAPI) stands at 34.0%.
Rent vs. Own
At $765/month rent versus $696/month in owner costs, owning is roughly $69/month cheaper — a 9% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $30,600/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $29,829/year. With a median household income of $53,005, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 34.0% of renter households in Bleckley County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Brantley County where rent averages $714/month, Bleckley County is approximately 7% more expensive.
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Rent Burden
17.3%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,237
per month
Owner Cost Burden
15.8%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Bleckley County
Median home value is $132,900. Estimated monthly cost: $1,061 vs. your max of $1,237.
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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