Cost of Living in Muscogee County, Georgia
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
These figures are county medians, not a personal budget. Use them to frame rent, ownership, and income tradeoffs, then account for household size, commute, financing, insurance, taxes, debt, and local availability before making a decision.
How Muscogee County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Muscogee County ranks #2,394 of 3,142 counties for affordability (bottom 24%)
Sourced county brief
Muscogee County Official Rent-to-Income Ratio Reaches 30.3 Percent
In Muscogee County, Georgia, the median gross rent as a percentage of household income among renter-occupied housing units was estimated at 30.3%. This official Gross Rent as a Percentage of Household Income (GRAPI) value is 1.7 percentage points higher than the Georgia unweighted county mean of 28.6%. The median gross rent in the county was $1,106 per month, which is $141 above the state unweighted county mean of $965. For residents in owner-occupied units, the median selected monthly owner cost was $1,073, compared to the Georgia unweighted county mean of $905. The median home value in Muscogee County was recorded at $193,900, while the state unweighted county mean home value was $197,933. Household income for those renting was estimated at $43,837. These figures provide a statistical snapshot based on the 2020-2024 period and are not intended as market forecasts or relocation advice. See ACS table B25071 for the underlying estimate.
Source record
- U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020-2024 5-Year Estimates — B25064 Median Gross Rent
- U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020-2024 5-Year Estimates — B25071 GRAPI
- U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020-2024 5-Year Estimates — B25077 Median Home Value
- U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020-2024 5-Year Estimates — B25088 Selected Monthly Owner Costs
- U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020-2024 5-Year Estimates — B25119 Household Income by Tenure
Data version acs5-2020-2024 · Method cost-brief-v1
Cost of Living Advisory: Muscogee County
Affordability Verdict
ACS B25071 estimates median gross rent at 30.3% of renter household income in Muscogee County, which is between the 30% and 50% rent-burden benchmarks. This is a median percentage among renter-occupied units, not the share of households above a threshold.
Rent vs. Own
Median gross rent is $1,106 per month; median selected monthly owner costs are $1,073. These ACS medians describe different tenure groups and are not a personalized rent-versus-buy calculation.
Income Needed
Using the common 30% budgeting benchmark, $44,240 in annual gross income would allocate 30% to the county's median gross rent. This is a reproducible illustration, not evidence that a particular household can afford housing.
Regional Context
The Georgia unweighted mean of county median rents is $965 per month. Muscogee County's $1,106 median is 14.6% above that comparison value.
Data version acs5-2020-2024 · Method cost-advisory-v2
Affordability Calculator
See how your income compares to housing costs in Muscogee County
Rent Burden
22.9%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,355
per month
Owner Cost Burden
22.2%
of gross income
The median home in Muscogee County may be a stretch
Median home value is $193,900. Estimated monthly cost: $1,548 vs. your max of $1,355.
Rent Affordability Guide
Income Needed Calculator
See how much you need to earn to comfortably afford housing
$0/yr
Needed to stay within recommended threshold
$0/yr
Needed to stay within recommended threshold
$0/yr
Needed to stay within recommended threshold
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of living in Muscogee County, Georgia?
What is the median rent in Muscogee County?
Is Muscogee County affordable?
How does Muscogee County's rent compare to the state average?
What is the median home value in Muscogee County?
Counties with Similar Housing Costs
Planning a Move?
Researching the cost of living in Muscogee County, Georgia? Compare moving quotes from top providers and save on your relocation.
Compare Moving QuotesCompare Mortgage Rates in Muscogee County
Whether you're buying in Muscogee County, Georgia, or refinancing, compare rates from top lenders using the terms each lender provides.
See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2020-2024). Data is informational only and is not personalized financial advice.
CostByCounty participates in affiliate programs. We may earn a commission when you use our links, at no extra cost to you.