Cost of Living in Terrell County, Georgia
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Terrell County Compares
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Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Terrell County ranks #1,800 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 43%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Terrell County, Georgia
Terrell approaches national standards
Terrell County renters spend 19.9% of income on housing, just above the national 18.6% benchmark but within typical American affordability ranges. With $43,812 median household income and $727 monthly rent, Terrell offers reasonable—though slightly strained—housing costs.
Terrell sits above Georgia average
At 19.9%, Terrell's rent-to-income ratio exceeds Georgia's 18.6% state average by 1.3 percentage points, placing it in the moderate affordability tier. The $727 rent runs below Georgia's $927 state median, but lower incomes offset this advantage.
Terrell in the regional middle
Terrell's 19.9% rent burden sits squarely between Taylor's 19.1% and Talbot's 25.3%, with moderate rent ($727) and moderate income stress. The county offers neither the region's best nor worst affordability, making it a middle-ground option.
Terrell's moderately stretched budget
Renters allocate $727 monthly (19.9% of income) while owners spend $784 (21.4% of income)—both figures indicating moderate housing strain. The $111,500 median home value requires household commitment but remains achievable for stable-income residents.
Terrell works for stable relocaters
If you're relocating with steady income and modest housing expectations, Terrell County provides middle-ground affordability in rural Georgia. The county suits workers whose employers offer competitive rural compensation packages and families comfortable with moderate housing allocation.
Cost of Living Advisory: Terrell County
Affordability Verdict
For renters in Terrell County, the market is affordable. Expect to pay around $727/month in gross rent, with 29.0% of renter households considered cost-burdened.
Rent vs. Own
Renters in Terrell County pay $727/month on average, compared to $784/month for homeowners. This market favors renters by about 7%.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $29,080/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $33,600/year. With a median household income of $43,812, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 29.0% of renter households in Terrell County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Franklin County where rent averages $778/month, Terrell County is approximately 7% less expensive.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
19.9%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,022
per month
Owner Cost Burden
21.5%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Terrell County
Median home value is $111,500. Estimated monthly cost: $890 vs. your max of $1,022.
Rent Affordability Guide
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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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