Albany, GA vs Statesboro, GA

Albany is moderately more affordable than Statesboro, with a 10% lower cost of living index. Albany scores 67 compared to 75 for Statesboro, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Statesboro can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Albany is $898/month compared to $935/month in Statesboro — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Albany is more affordable at $118,700 median vs $158,600.

Median household income in Albany is $45,201 compared to $42,884 in Statesboro (+5.4%). Albany offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Albany spend roughly 23.8% of their income on rent, less than the 26.2% in Statesboro.