salaryRent is higher than in 65% of U.S. cities. Incomes are on the low side for rents this high, so budgets feel tight. A typical house costs about 3.0 years of household income.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $77,400 a year. That is $37 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Georgia cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Georgia. It is number 118 of 168 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Hinesville?
Share of households by yearly income. 11.7% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Hinesville
| Size | Hinesville | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $832 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,208 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,445 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,819 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Hinesville overall?
Everyday prices in the Hinesville metro area are 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.9, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Hinesville
Life in Hinesville
What jobs pay in Hinesville
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $134,510 | 17.3% |
| Lawyer | $107,320 | 21.6% |
| Civil Engineer | $86,790 | 26.8% |
| Dental Hygienist | $86,340 | 26.9% |
| Registered Nurse | $82,490 | 28.1% |
| Operations Manager | $79,510 | 29.2% |
| Accountant | $67,800 | 34.2% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $67,090 | 34.6% |
| Electrician | $63,840 | 36.4% |
| HVAC Technician | $59,910 | 38.8% |
| Police Officer | $58,060 | 40.0% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $53,930 | 43.1% |
| Truck Driver | $49,220 | 47.2% |
| Firefighter | $49,210 | 47.2% |
| Plumber | $47,520 | 48.9% |
| Medical Assistant | $37,830 | 61.4% |
| Customer Service Representative | $37,490 | 61.9% |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,880 | 77.7% |
| Cashier | $28,140 | 82.5% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $17,640 | 131.6% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Hinesville?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $572 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $196,400 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $19,640 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Hinesville, GA?
Renting in Hinesville costs a median of about $1,935 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Georgia median is $1,667.
How much do I need to make to live in Hinesville?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $77,400 a year, or $37 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Hinesville cheap or expensive?
Hinesville is rated Expensive: rent takes 35.9% of the typical household income of $64,740. It ranks 118th cheapest of 168 Georgia cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Hinesville?
The median homeowner in Hinesville pays $2,119 a year in property taxes, about 1.08% of the median home value.
Is Hinesville more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 6% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Hinesville?
The median home value in Hinesville is $196,400, about 3.0 times the typical yearly household income.
35,679 people live in Hinesville. Numbers are typical (middle) values.