Cost of Living in Rome, GA
Population: 37,754 • 2026 Data
$51,106
Median Household Income
-34% vs national
$976
Median Monthly Rent
-28% vs national
$214,700
Median Home Value
-37% vs national
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Rome
The median home value in Rome, GA is $214,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $976, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $973.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Rome, GA is $51,106. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5%, with a labor force of 17,163 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.