Hamilton, GA vs Oakwood, GA

Hamilton is moderately more affordable than Oakwood, with a 9% lower cost of living index. Hamilton scores 85 compared to 93 for Oakwood, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Oakwood can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hamilton is $1,063/month compared to $1,269/month in Oakwood — a 16% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hamilton has cheaper rent, Oakwood actually has lower median home values ($255,400 vs $262,100).

Median household income in Hamilton is $100,503 compared to $61,191 in Oakwood (+64.2%). Hamilton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hamilton spend roughly 12.7% of their income on rent, less than the 24.9% in Oakwood.