Cost of Living in Dillard, GA

With a cost of living index of 82, Dillard, GA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 18% cheaper than the national average and in line with the Georgia state average. Dillard is a small community of 305 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Dillard's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $920 (30% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $248,500 (18% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.8x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Dillard is $51,250, which is 32% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 22% 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 Dillard. 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.