Cost of Living in Jones County, GA
Population 28,673 · Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates
The median rent in Jones County, GA is $964/month, 31% lower than the Georgia median and 32% lower than the U.S. median. The median home value is $194,500, 42% lower than the national median. Households earn a median of $75,500 a year, 2% lower than the state median.
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Jones County vs. Georgia vs. U.S.
| Jones County | Georgia | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $964 | $1,393 | $1,413 |
| Median home value | $194,500 | $303,300 | $332,700 |
| Median household income | $75,500 | $77,353 | $80,734 |
| Homeownership rate | 83.6% | 65.7% | 65.2% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 19.9% | 34.9% | 35.7% |
| Poverty rate | 12.1% | 13.4% | 12.5% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.8% | 5.1% | 5.2% |
| Work from home | 13.0% | 15.9% | 15.1% |
| Median age | 41.4 | 37.6 | 38.9 |
FAQ
What is the average rent in Jones County, GA?
The median gross rent in Jones County, GA is $964 per month (ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimate).
How much do I need to earn to live in Jones County, GA?
Using the common 30% rule, renting a median-priced home takes about $38,560 a year in gross income.
Is Jones County, GA expensive to live in?
Rent there is 32% lower than the U.S. median, and the median home costs about 2.6 times the median household income.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Estimates have margins of error, especially for smaller places. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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