Cost of Living in Gwinnett County, Georgia

$1,713/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$345,700

Median Home Value

85% above state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$1,713/mo

85% above state average

Median Home Value

$345,700

23% above national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

34.0%

% 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 Gwinnett County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Gwinnett County$1,713/mo

Georgia Average$927/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$1,713/mo

Median Gross Rent

$345,700

Median Home Value

$1,616/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

34.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

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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See how your income compares to housing costs in Gwinnett County

Your Annual Household Income

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.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio24.2%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Gwinnett County, Georgia has a median monthly rent of $1,713/mo and a median home value of $345,700. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 34.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Gwinnett County?

The median gross rent in Gwinnett County is $1,713/mo. This is 85% above state average for Georgia.

Is Gwinnett County affordable?

Gwinnett County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 34.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

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

Gwinnett County's median rent of $1,713/mo is 85% above state average of $927/mo for Georgia.

What is the median home value in Gwinnett County?

The median home value in Gwinnett County, Georgia is $345,700. This is 23% above the national median home value of $281,900.