Cost of Living in Atlanta, GA
Population: 499,287 • 2026 Data
$81,938
Median Household Income
+6% vs national
$1,617
Median Monthly Rent
+20% vs national
$420,600
Median Home Value
+24% vs national
5.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Atlanta
The median home value in Atlanta, GA is $420,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,617, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,695.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Atlanta, GA is $81,938. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9%, with a labor force of 286,317 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.