Cost of Living in Macon-Bibb County, GA
Population: 156,543 • 2026 Data
$50,747
Median Household Income
-34% vs national
$1,026
Median Monthly Rent
-24% vs national
$165,800
Median Home Value
-51% vs national
7.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Macon-Bibb County
The median home value in Macon-Bibb County, GA is $165,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,026, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,016.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Macon-Bibb County, GA is $50,747. The unemployment rate stands at 7.5%, with a labor force of 69,970 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.