Cost of Living in Kennesaw, GA
Population: 33,627 • 2026 Data
$79,759
Median Household Income
+3% vs national
$1,763
Median Monthly Rent
+31% vs national
$291,300
Median Home Value
-14% vs national
6.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Kennesaw
The median home value in Kennesaw, GA is $291,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,763, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,575.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Kennesaw, GA is $79,759. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1%, with a labor force of 18,933 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.