Cost of Living in Gwinnett County, Georgia
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Gwinnett County Compares
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Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Gwinnett County ranks #2,839 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 10%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Gwinnett County, Georgia
Gwinnett's rent surge strains affordability
Gwinnett renters dedicate 24.2% of income to housing—significantly above the 30% affordability ceiling and far worse than the national average. Despite strong median incomes of $84,823, the county's median rent of $1,713 has become one of Georgia's costliest.
Gwinnett struggles among Georgia peers
Gwinnett's 24.2% rent-to-income ratio ranks among Georgia's least affordable counties, exceeding the state average of 18.6% by a significant margin. At $1,713 monthly, Gwinnett rents are 85% higher than Georgia's median of $927.
Gwinnett's premium over surrounding areas
Gwinnett's $1,713 median rent towers over Hall County ($1,247) and is double that of Greene County ($936), reflecting its suburban-metro status near Atlanta. Home values of $345,700 are the highest among its peers, driving overall cost-of-living pressures.
Housing consumes nearly a quarter
The typical Gwinnett household earning $84,823 annually spends $1,713 on rent—eating up 24.2% of gross income. Homeowners face monthly costs of $1,616, making Gwinnett one of Georgia's most expensive markets overall.
Consider Gwinnett's trade-offs carefully
Gwinnett offers metro proximity and strong job markets, but housing costs demand higher incomes than most Georgia counties. If you're relocating here, ensure your salary increase covers the 24%+ housing burden—or explore more affordable alternatives like Hall or Greene County.
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Affordability Verdict
Housing in Gwinnett County is affordable. The median rent is $1,713/month against a median household income of $84,823, putting rent at 24.2% of income.
Rent vs. Own
Renters in Gwinnett County pay $1,713/month on average, compared to $1,616/month for homeowners. This market favors buyers by about 6%.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $68,520/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $69,257/year. With a median household income of $84,823, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 34.0% of renter households in Gwinnett County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Gwinnett County sits 4% more expensive than Cobb County ($1,640/month) in terms of median gross rent.
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Rent Burden
24.2%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,979
per month
Owner Cost Burden
22.9%
of gross income
The median home in Gwinnett County may be a stretch
Median home value is $345,700. Estimated monthly cost: $2,760 vs. your max of $1,979.
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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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