salaryRent is lower than in 66% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.6 years of household income. Commutes are short, about 17.5 minutes. Most households rent (57%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $53,880 a year. That is $26 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 55 of 168 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Brunswick?
Share of households by yearly income. 7.4% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Brunswick
| Size | Brunswick | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $718 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $713 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,025 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,074 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,518 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Brunswick overall?
Everyday prices in the Brunswick-St. Simons metro area are 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.7, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Brunswick
Life in Brunswick
What jobs pay in Brunswick
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $136,680 | 11.8% |
| Lawyer | $125,480 | 12.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $120,510 | 13.4% |
| Software Developer | $103,170 | 15.7% |
| Operations Manager | $84,770 | 19.1% |
| Registered Nurse | $82,630 | 19.6% |
| Dental Hygienist | $81,470 | 19.8% |
| Civil Engineer | $76,180 | 21.2% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,530 | 21.4% |
| Accountant | $75,060 | 21.5% |
| Plumber | $59,630 | 27.1% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,200 | 27.3% |
| Electrician | $58,880 | 27.5% |
| Market Research Analyst | $56,350 | 28.7% |
| Truck Driver | $49,980 | 32.3% |
| HVAC Technician | $49,920 | 32.4% |
| Carpenter | $45,110 | 35.8% |
| Medical Assistant | $37,690 | 42.9% |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,680 | 44.1% |
| Customer Service Representative | $36,200 | 44.7% |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,940 | 45.0% |
| Restaurant Cook | $34,480 | 46.9% |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,200 | 53.5% |
| Cashier | $27,810 | 58.1% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,250 | 88.6% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Brunswick?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $265 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $155,900 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $15,590 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Brunswick, GA?
Renting in Brunswick costs a median of about $1,347 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Georgia median is $1,667.
How much do I need to make to live in Brunswick?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $53,880 a year, or $26 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Brunswick cheap or expensive?
Brunswick is rated Expensive: rent takes 37.2% of the typical household income of $43,451. It ranks 55th cheapest of 168 Georgia cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Brunswick?
The median homeowner in Brunswick pays $1,340 a year in property taxes, about 0.86% of the median home value.
Is Brunswick more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 12% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Brunswick?
The median home value in Brunswick is $155,900, about 3.6 times the typical yearly household income.
15,307 people live in Brunswick. Numbers are typical (middle) values.