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Georgia City Intelligence

Compare cost of living, salaries, and quality of life across cities in Georgia.

Georgia, a southeastern U.S. state, is characterized by its Southern charm, diverse landscapes ranging from mountains to coastline, and a rich cultural blend of Native American, African American, and European influences. The state boasts a thriving and diverse economy with major industries including technology, manufacturing, logistics, agriculture (leading in pecans and blueberries, significant in peanuts and peaches), and a growing film and television production sector. Living in Georgia generally offers a lower cost of living compared to the national average, with mild winters and long, hot, humid summers, supporting a lifestyle that often includes abundant outdoor activities and a strong sense of community.

20
Cities
$67K
Avg Salary
100
Avg Cost Index
Alpharetta
Top City

About Georgia

Georgia is a state in USA with 20 cities tracked on Urblytica. The average cost index across its cities is 100, with average salaries around $67,113. Explore cost of living, salary data, and quality of life metrics for each city below.

Cities in Georgia

Alpharetta #1 Best City 68

Alpharetta

Georgia, USA

SafetyA
CostC-
Growth82
Avg. Rent$1,850
Median Income$135,000
Cost of Living118/100
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Johns Creek #2 Best City 67

Johns Creek

Georgia, USA

SafetyA+
CostC-
Growth76
Avg. Rent$2,100
Median Income$145,000
Cost of Living118/100
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Warner Robins #3 Best City 67

Warner Robins

Georgia, USA

SafetyB
CostB
Growth76
Avg. Rent$1,495
Median Income$66,970
Cost of Living92/100
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Smyrna #4 Best City 66

Smyrna

Georgia, USA

SafetyB+
CostC+
Growth76
Avg. Rent$1,750
Median Income$88,500
Cost of Living104/100
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Roswell #5 Best City 66

Roswell

Georgia, USA

SafetyA-
CostC
Growth75
Avg. Rent$1,750
Median Income$105,432
Cost of Living112/100
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Atlanta #6 Best City 65

Atlanta

Georgia, USA

SafetyB
CostB-
Growth70
Avg. Rent$1,882
Median Income$85,652
Cost of Living96/100
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Gainesville #7 Best City 65

Gainesville

Georgia, USA

SafetyB
CostB-
Growth73
Avg. Rent$1,550
Median Income$64,500
Cost of Living94/100
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Dunwoody #8 Best City 64

Dunwoody

Georgia, USA

SafetyA-
CostC-
Growth76
Avg. Rent$1,750
Median Income$98,500
Cost of Living118/100
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Sandy Springs #9 Best City 62

Sandy Springs

Georgia, USA

SafetyA-
CostC
Growth73
Avg. Rent$1,780
Median Income$102,500
Cost of Living114/100
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Brookhaven #10 Best City 62

Brookhaven

Georgia, USA

SafetyB+
CostC-
Growth72
Avg. Rent$1,950
Median Income$105,400
Cost of Living120/100
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Athens #11 Best City 61

Athens

Georgia, USA

SafetyB
CostB
Growth75
Avg. Rent$1,350
Median Income$53,400
Cost of Living92/100
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Savannah #12 Best City 61

Savannah

Georgia, USA

SafetyB-
CostB-
Growth74
Avg. Rent$1,650
Median Income$62,450
Cost of Living96/100
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Stonecrest #13 Best City 60

Stonecrest

Georgia, USA

SafetyB
CostB-
Growth73
Avg. Rent$1,650
Median Income$65,400
Cost of Living96/100
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Marietta #14 Best City 60

Marietta

Georgia, USA

SafetyB
CostC+
Growth74
Avg. Rent$1,650
Median Income$74,500
Cost of Living104/100
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South Fulton #15 Best City 60

South Fulton

Georgia, USA

SafetyC+
CostB-
Growth74
Avg. Rent$1,550
Median Income$64,500
Cost of Living96/100
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Augusta #16 Best City 58

Augusta

Georgia, USA

SafetyC+
CostB
Growth70
Avg. Rent$1,350
Median Income$55,485
Cost of Living92/100
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Columbus #17 Best City 57

Columbus

Georgia, USA

SafetyC+
CostB
Growth69
Avg. Rent$1,250
Median Income$54,500
Cost of Living89/100
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Valdosta #18 Best City 56

Valdosta

Georgia, USA

SafetyC+
CostB
Growth66
Avg. Rent$1,150
Median Income$46,500
Cost of Living88/100
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Macon #19 Best City 52

Macon

Georgia, USA

SafetyD+
CostB
Growth67
Avg. Rent$1,150
Median Income$49,500
Cost of Living88/100
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Albany #20 Best City 51

Albany

Georgia, USA

SafetyD+
CostB+
Growth52
Avg. Rent$950
Median Income$43,500
Cost of Living82/100
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Register your LLC, Corporation, or Nonprofit in Georgia — here are the key state figures. Filings go through the Brad Raffensperger office.

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$100
State Filing Fee
5.75%
State Income Tax
4%
Sales Tax
None
Franchise Tax

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