Cost of Living in Tattnall County, Georgia
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Tattnall County Compares
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Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Tattnall County ranks #1,618 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 49%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Tattnall County, Georgia
Tattnall beats national housing standards
Tattnall County renters spend just 15.1% of income on housing, well below the national 18.6% benchmark and among Georgia's most affordable. With $52,351 median household income and $660 monthly rent, Tattnall offers genuine relief from housing cost burden.
Tattnall ranks Georgia's best value
At 15.1%, Tattnall's rent-to-income ratio is Georgia's strongest, sitting 3.5 percentage points below the state average of 18.6%. Even though rent ($660) runs below Georgia's $927 median, Tattnall's above-average incomes make the housing affordability gap dramatic.
Tattnall leads the region
Tattnall renters carry the lightest housing burden in the peer group at 15.1%, compared to Taliaferro's 17.9%, Taylor's 19.1%, and Terrell's 19.9%. The county's $660 rent combined with $52,351 income creates the region's most balanced housing-to-income ratio.
Tattnall's affordable balance sheet
Renters spend $660 monthly (15.1% of income) while owners pay $625 (14.3% of income)—both ratios comfortably within healthy thresholds. The $122,400 median home value remains attainable for residents with stable employment and modest savings.
Tattnall: Georgia's best-kept secret
Relocating professionals should prioritize Tattnall County, where housing costs stay manageable and incomes support broader financial goals. The combination of affordability and relative stability makes Tattnall ideal for families planning long-term Georgia roots.
Cost of Living Advisory: Tattnall County
Affordability Verdict
Tattnall County offers affordable rental housing at a median of $660/month — about 15.1% of the typical household income here.
Rent vs. Own
Renters in Tattnall County pay $660/month on average, compared to $625/month for homeowners. This market favors buyers by about 5%.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $26,400/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $26,786/year. With a median household income of $52,351, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 23.0% of renter households in Tattnall County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Appling County where rent averages $711/month, Tattnall County is approximately 7% less expensive.
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Rent Burden
15.1%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,222
per month
Owner Cost Burden
14.3%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Tattnall County
Median home value is $122,400. Estimated monthly cost: $977 vs. your max of $1,222.
Rent Affordability Guide
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