Cost of Living in Montgomery, GA

With a cost of living index of 104, Montgomery, 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. Montgomery is a small community of 4,704 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Montgomery's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,249 (5% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $393,700 (29% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.6x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Montgomery is $86,500, which is 15% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Everyday prices in the Savannah, 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.