Folkston, GA vs McCaysville, GA

Folkston, GA and McCaysville, GA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.8% difference in their overall index. Folkston scores 65 while McCaysville scores 66 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Folkston is $833/month compared to $776/month in McCaysville — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while McCaysville has cheaper rent, Folkston actually has lower median home values ($76,800 vs $112,500).

Median household income in Folkston is $45,453 compared to $45,625 in McCaysville (-0.4%). McCaysville does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Folkston spend roughly 22% of their income on rent, more than the 20.4% in McCaysville.

Climate-wise, Folkston is notably warmer with an average of 69.3°F compared to 61.9°F in McCaysville. McCaysville receives more rainfall at 55" per year compared to 53.4" in Folkston.