Cost of Living in Brooks County, Georgia
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Brooks County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Brooks County ranks #2,468 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 22%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Brooks County, Georgia
Brooks stays just above affordability average
Brooks County residents spend 18.9% of household income on rent, marginally above Georgia's 18.6% state average yet well within the healthy range. The county's $47,656 median household income runs nearly $27,000 below the national average, yet housing remains manageable.
Brooks ranks near Georgia's middle ground
At 18.9%, Brooks' rent-to-income ratio sits just slightly above Georgia's state average, positioning it as reasonably affordable statewide. Monthly rent of $752 hovers near the state average of $927, creating a balanced housing market.
Standard pricing in south Georgia cluster
Brooks' $752 rent falls squarely in the middle of this regional group, comparing closely to Bleckley ($765) and Berrien ($771). The county sits well below Bibb ($1,026) while offering slightly higher rents than Ben Hill and Brantley.
Ownership costs exceed renting burden
Renters pay $752 monthly while homeowners spend $787 on median homes valued at $118,100. At $47,656 annual income, Brooks households dedicate roughly 19% to rent but nearly 20% to ownership costs.
Brooks offers middle-road housing options
Relocating renters should compare Brooks favorably against Bleckley and Berrien for similar affordability, while potential homebuyers might find better values in Ben Hill or Brantley. The county works well for those seeking standard south Georgia housing without extreme budget constraints.
Cost of Living Advisory: Brooks County
Affordability Verdict
Housing in Brooks County is affordable. The median rent is $752/month against a median household income of $47,656, putting rent at 18.9% of income.
Rent vs. Own
At $752/month rent versus $787/month in owner costs, renting is roughly $35/month cheaper — a 4% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $30,080/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $33,729/year. With a median household income of $47,656, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 36.0% of renter households in Brooks County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Miller County where rent averages $699/month, Brooks County is approximately 8% more expensive.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
18.9%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,112
per month
Owner Cost Burden
19.8%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Brooks County
Median home value is $118,100. Estimated monthly cost: $943 vs. your max of $1,112.
Rent Affordability Guide
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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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