Cost of Living in Statesboro, GA
Population: 33,705 • 2026 Data
$42,884
Median Household Income
-45% vs national
$935
Median Monthly Rent
-31% vs national
$158,600
Median Home Value
-53% vs national
9.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Statesboro
The median home value in Statesboro, GA is $158,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $935, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $914.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Statesboro, GA is $42,884. The unemployment rate stands at 9.6%, with a labor force of 16,434 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.