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Goods & Services NAT. AVG.
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Housing NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living is 90, then it is 10% lower than average. If the cost of living is 110, then it is 10% higher than average. The breakdown for each index is as follows: goods & services (33%), groceries (13%), health care (5%), housing (30%), transportation (9%) and utilities (10%). If the cost of living data was unavailable for this city, estimates based upon nearby cities were used.
Index Evans Georgia National
Cost of living10893100
Goods & Services9297100
Groceries9698100
Health care82100100
Housing14886100
Transportation8994100
Utilities8486100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Evans, GA

Knowing the cost of living in Evans allows individuals to create a realistic budget. This helps them understand how their income will cover expenses and whether they need to make financial adjustments. The cost of living in any region can fluctuate due to various factors. To assess the cost of living consistently across different areas, a national average of 100 serves as the basis for the cost of living index. The cost of living in Evans stands at 108, marking it 8% higher than the national average.

The cost of living in Evans is about average when compared to all other cities across the nation. You can expect that everyday items like food, goods and services and utility bills will be no more expensive than any other average city. Residents can anticipate living expenses that remain in line with the national average, ensuring a manageable financial burden, making it an attractive choice for those seeking affordability without the constraints of higher everyday expenditures.

When it comes to the cost of living in Evans, housing costs are a real heavyweight, often hogging a significant chunk of your earnings. Sadly, in this area, housing expenses for both buying and renting were 48.4% more expensive compared to your average city. That means you'll be shelling out more for homes, rents, mortgage rates and insurance.

Is Evans Affordable?

Is Evans affordable? This is a pivotal question, especially when mulling over a move, as affordability carries substantial weight in your decision-making process. Factors such as the cost of living index (discussed earlier), housing expenses and income levels all contribute to a location's affordability. For instance, in Evans, the median home price is 45% higher than the national average and monthly rent prices are 56.3% higher than the typical rates. Additionally, the median income levels play a role in affordability, with Evans boasting a median household income of $112,051, 102.5% higher than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Evans?

Utilities: Like everything else, utilities costs can range significantly depending on factors like climate, energy sources available, location and even state regulations. Things like electricity, water, heating and waste disposal costs can be higher or lower, depending on the city or state. The utilities index in Evans comes in at 16.5% lower than the national average.

Subsidies: Certain regions may provide government subsidies or assistance initiatives designed to alleviate the cost of living burden on their residents. These programs encompass a wide range of support mechanisms, such as Medicare, Medicaid, housing subsidies, low-income home energy assistance programs, school lunch programs, supplemental nutrition assistance programs, student loans, electric vehicle tax credits, affordable care act subsidies and farming subsidies. Areas with fewer subsidy offerings might experience an elevation in their cost of living.

Transportation: In situations where public transportation is limited or nonexistent, local residents may be required to own and maintain their own vehicles, contributing to an elevated cost of living. Monthly expenditures may encompass fuel costs, insurance premiums, routine vehicle upkeep and possibly lease or financing payments. In Evans, the transportation index is 11% lower than the national average.

Where is the Data From?

The Evans cost of living data displayed above is derived from the C2ER cost of living index to provide a useful and reasonably accurate measure of living cost differences in urban areas. The index takes into account data from 300 independent researches, covering more than 60 goods and services across 6 different categories, to create an overall index for each area, with 100 being the average. The C2ER index does not include sales or income tax rates in their data, however AreaVibes does include both income and sales tax rates in the overall cost of living score for each area.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Evans is 16% higher than the Georgia average
  • The cost of living in Evans is 8% higher than the national average
  • Evans housing is 48% higher than the national average
  • Georgia general sales tax is 22% lower than the national average
  • Georgia state income tax is 61% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$117,823$9,819$2,749$3,535
      Renters$69,453$5,788$1,620$2,084
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Evans, GA, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Evans homeowners, is $117,823. This would allow for a maximum of $2,749 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $69,453 which would result in a maximum of $1,620 to be spent on rental costs.

      Georgia Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Georgia 4% 8%

      Georgia Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Georgia 1% 5.57%

      Goods & Services

      Item Evans National avg. Difference
      Haircut $26.67$24.269.9%
      Beauty Salon $39.50$45.5613.3%
      Toothpaste $3.65$3.701.3%
      Shampoo $1.13$1.2812.0%
      Movie $15.61$12.1328.7%
      Bowling $20.92$18.0016.2%

      Groceries

      Item Evans National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $5.52$5.845.4%
      Fried Chicken $1.67$1.576.2%
      Milk $4.53$4.673.0%
      Potatoes $5.41$4.939.6%
      Pizza $13.16$12.098.9%
      Beer $10.06$10.413.4%

      Health Care

      Item Evans National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $69.88$125.6844.4%
      Doctor $179.92$135.7832.5%
      Dentist $199.00$113.2975.7%
      Ibuprofen $10.12$10.655.0%
      Lipitor $496.43$468.605.9%

      Housing

      Item Evans National avg. Difference
      Home Price $267,900.00$184,700.0045.0%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $1,929.91$2,346.6917.8%
      Apartment Rent $1,483.00$949.0056.3%

      Transportation

      Item Evans National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.24$3.466.3%
      Tire Balancing $52.38$59.9212.6%

      Utilities

      Item Evans National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $149.68$193.9922.8%
      Phone $189.47$192.251.4%
      Although the cost of living data is updated regularly, this cost of living information is to be used as estimates only as prices can change on an ongoing basis.

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      Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.