Brunswick, GA vs Waynesboro, GA

Waynesboro is moderately more affordable than Brunswick, with a 9.5% lower cost of living index. Brunswick scores 69 compared to 63 for Waynesboro, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Brunswick can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Brunswick is $876/month compared to $752/month in Waynesboro — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Waynesboro is more affordable at $96,000 median vs $128,300.

Median household income in Brunswick is $34,021 compared to $36,156 in Waynesboro (-5.9%). Waynesboro offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Brunswick spend roughly 30.9% of their income on rent, more than the 25% in Waynesboro. The Waynesboro ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.