Cost of Living in Lithonia, GA

With a cost of living index of 88, Lithonia, GA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 12% cheaper than the national average and 6% above the Georgia state average of 82. Lithonia is a small community of 2,614 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Lithonia's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,282 (3% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $171,500 (44% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.5x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Lithonia is $49,438, which is 34% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 31% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened. 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 Lithonia. The area sees an average annual temperature of 61.5°F, with summers averaging 78°F and winters around 44°F. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches spread over roughly 128 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.