Cost of Living in Unadilla, GA

Population 3,057 · Georgia · Data vintage 2023

36
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Unadilla's median household income of $36,473 is a meaningful share below the national figure, which shapes most of the downstream economic indicators — from housing affordability to the share of residents living below the poverty line (15% here). At 12.2%, the local unemployment rate runs well above the US figure, pointing to structural rather than cyclical labor-market issues.

Located 40 miles south of Macon-Bibb County, Unadilla falls within that metro's commuting orbit. Median home values run roughly 61% lower than Macon-Bibb County's $166,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 21
Rent 58

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Unadilla

The median home value in Unadilla is $64,300 — 79% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $760/month, 42% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $36,473/year is 51% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 12.2%, above the national average of 4.8%. Georgia's top state income tax rate is 5.5% and the combined sales tax is 7.3%. Overall, Unadilla has a cost of living index of 36 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 64% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$64,300
79% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$146,881
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$760/mo
42% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
7.1x
Favors buying
Property Tax Rate
0.9%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$773
1 BR
$817
2 BR
$984
3 BR
$1,289
4 BR
$1,520
Owner-occupied 74.4%
Renter-occupied 25.6%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$760
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,374/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
21.4 min
21% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
15.2%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
67.6%
Carpooled
6.6%
Walked
7.2%
Work from home
15.2%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax (flat) 5.5%
Total Sales Tax 7.3%
State rate 4.0%
Avg local rate 3.4%
Property Tax 0.9%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$36,473
51% below avg
Per Capita Income
$14,561
Unemployment Rate
12.2%
153% above avg
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Labor Force Participation
20.5%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 6.4%
Graduate degree 1.4%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 47.5
Male median age 47.4
Female median age 49.1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Unadilla, GA?

Unadilla has a cost index of 36 (100 = national average). It is 64% below the national average.

What is average rent in Unadilla, GA?

The median gross rent in Unadilla is $760 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Unadilla?

The median home value in Unadilla is $64,300 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Unadilla?

The median household income in Unadilla is $36,473 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Unadilla, GA?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Unadilla is 7.3%. The Georgia state income tax top rate is 5.5%.

Is Unadilla, GA affordable?

Yes, Unadilla is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 36 — about 64% below the US national average of 100.

Unadilla at a Glance

Population
3,057
Median Income
$36,473
Home Value
$64,300
Median Rent
$760/mo
Unemployment
12.2%
Sales Tax
7.3%
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