Cost of Living in Mansfield, GA

With a cost of living index of 104, Mansfield, GA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 4% more expensive than the national average and 21% above the Georgia state average of 82. Mansfield is a small community of 381 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Mansfield's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,734 (31% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $194,800 (36% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Mansfield is $64,500, which is 14% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 32% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

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.