Cost of Living in Kennesaw, GA

With a cost of living index of 113, Kennesaw, GA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 13% more expensive than the national average and 30% above the Georgia state average of 82. With a population of 33,627, Kennesaw is a mid-sized community that balances access to services with a more manageable cost of living compared to larger metros.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Kennesaw's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,763 (34% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $291,300 (4% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.7x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Kennesaw is $79,759, which is 6% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 27% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Kennesaw. The area sees an average annual temperature of 60.8°F, with summers averaging 77°F and winters around 44°F. Annual rainfall totals 48.1 inches spread over roughly 131 days.

Everyday prices in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.