Cost of Living in Tiger, GA

With a cost of living index of 158, Tiger, GA is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 58% more expensive than the national average and 76% above the Georgia state average of 82. Tiger is a small community of 384 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Tiger's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $3,501 (165% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $226,400 (26% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.3x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Tiger is $52,188, which is 31% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 81% of household income on rent. This is well above the 30% affordability threshold, indicating a significant housing cost burden for many residents.

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.