Cost of Living in Atlanta
Average rent, food, transport, utilities, and salary data for Atlanta, United States.
Overall, the cost of living in Atlanta is below the New York City baseline (composite index 63 vs. a New York City baseline of 100). These are representative estimates, not live pricing — see our methodology.
Rent index (NYC=100)48
Groceries index80
Dining out index74
Transport index50
Utilities index64
Median annual salary$62,000
Minimum wage$7.25/hr
State income tax rate5.39%
Est. monthly childcare$1,100
Est. monthly healthcare premium$460
YoY inflation3.0%
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