salaryAugusta is the 3rd-largest city in Georgia that we track, with 201,528 residents. Rent is lower than in 60% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs under 3 years of household income, which is easy by U.S. standards.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $58,320 a year. That is $28 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Georgia cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of Georgia. It is number 64 of 168 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
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How much do households earn in Augusta?
Share of households by yearly income. 15.7% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Augusta
| Size | Augusta | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $858 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,040 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,147 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,342 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,554 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Augusta overall?
Everyday prices in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area are 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Augusta
Life in Augusta
What jobs pay in Augusta
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $131,630 | 13.3% |
| Lawyer | $123,960 | 14.1% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $120,270 | 14.5% |
| Software Developer | $119,780 | 14.6% |
| Physician Assistant | $117,240 | 14.9% |
| Civil Engineer | $103,010 | 17.0% |
| Operations Manager | $102,360 | 17.1% |
| Registered Nurse | $87,760 | 19.9% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | 20.8% |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | 21.9% |
| Accountant | $76,710 | 22.8% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,760 | 27.4% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,000 | 27.8% |
| Market Research Analyst | $60,920 | 28.7% |
| Electrician | $59,660 | 29.3% |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | 29.7% |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | 30.0% |
| Plumber | $54,690 | 32.0% |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | 35.8% |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | 36.5% |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | 36.8% |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,570 | 44.2% |
| Medical Assistant | $38,470 | 45.5% |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,140 | 47.1% |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,640 | 47.8% |
| Restaurant Cook | $33,990 | 51.5% |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,350 | 59.6% |
| Cashier | $28,310 | 61.8% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | 95.1% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Augusta?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $220 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $178,400 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $17,840 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Augusta, GA?
Renting in Augusta costs a median of about $1,458 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Georgia median is $1,667.
How much do I need to make to live in Augusta?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $58,320 a year, or $28 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Augusta cheap or expensive?
Augusta is rated OK: rent takes 29.2% of the typical household income of $59,841. It ranks 64th cheapest of 168 Georgia cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Augusta?
The median homeowner in Augusta pays $1,520 a year in property taxes, about 0.85% of the median home value.
Is Augusta more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 8% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Augusta?
The median home value in Augusta is $178,400, about 3.0 times the typical yearly household income.
201,528 people live in Augusta. Numbers are typical (middle) values.