Cost of Living in Bulloch County, Georgia

$968/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$191,600

Median Home Value

4% above state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$968/mo

4% above state average

Median Home Value

$191,600

32% below national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

28.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Bulloch County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Bulloch County$968/mo

Georgia Average$927/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$968/mo

Median Gross Rent

$191,600

Median Home Value

$912/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

28.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Bulloch County, Georgia

Bulloch balances affordability and income

Bulloch County residents spend 20.4% of household income on rent, slightly above Georgia's 18.6% state average but within a sustainable range. The county's $56,832 median household income trails the national average of $74,755 yet remains strong enough to support $968 monthly rents.

Bulloch ranks above Georgia's median affordability

At 20.4%, Bulloch's rent-to-income ratio exceeds Georgia's state average of 18.6%, placing it among the less affordable counties statewide. Rents of $968 monthly run slightly above Georgia's state average of $927, contributing to the affordability pressure.

Bulloch bridges affordable and premium markets

Bulloch's $968 rent sits between moderate-cost Bleckley ($765) and expensive Bibb ($1,026), with median home values at $191,600 placing it firmly in the middle of this regional cluster. The county offers significantly more affordable housing than Bryan County ($1,584 rent, $317,100 homes).

Balanced costs across rental and ownership

Renters pay $968 monthly while homeowners commit $912 to mortgages on median homes valued at $191,600. At $56,832 annual income, Bulloch households dedicate about 20% to housing costs, whether renting or buying.

Bulloch works for moderate-income relocators

Households earning $55,000 to $65,000 annually should evaluate Bulloch against more affordable Bleckley or pricier Bibb based on your specific income level. The county offers a reasonable middle ground between south Georgia's cheapest and most expensive housing markets.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Bulloch County

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

20.4%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,326

per month

Owner Cost Burden

19.3%

of gross income

The median home in Bulloch County may be a stretch

Median home value is $191,600. Estimated monthly cost: $1,530 vs. your max of $1,326.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio20.4%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Bulloch County, Georgia?

Bulloch County, Georgia has a median monthly rent of $968/mo and a median home value of $191,600. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 28.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Bulloch County?

The median gross rent in Bulloch County is $968/mo. This is 4% above state average for Georgia.

Is Bulloch County affordable?

Bulloch County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 28.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Bulloch County's rent compare to the state average?

Bulloch County's median rent of $968/mo is 4% above state average of $927/mo for Georgia.

What is the median home value in Bulloch County?

The median home value in Bulloch County, Georgia is $191,600. This is 32% below the national median home value of $281,900.