Cost of Living in Carnesville, GA

With a cost of living index of 73, Carnesville, GA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 27% cheaper than the national average and 10% below the Georgia state average of 82. Carnesville is a small community of 717 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Carnesville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $870 (34% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $158,100 (48% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.4x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Carnesville is $65,000, which is 14% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 16% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Carnesville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 61.4°F, with summers averaging 78°F and winters around 45°F. Annual rainfall totals 49 inches spread over roughly 127 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.