Cost of Living in Gumlog, GA

With a cost of living index of 68, Gumlog, GA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 33% cheaper than the national average and 15% below the Georgia state average of 82. Gumlog is a small community of 2,303 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Gumlog's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $678 (49% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $166,100 (46% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.5x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Gumlog is $67,131, which is 11% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 12% 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 Gumlog. 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.