salaryRent is lower than in 67% 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 $53,640 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 54 of 168 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Warner Robins?
Share of households by yearly income. 19.8% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Warner Robins
| Size | Warner Robins | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $874 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,126 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,235 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,439 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,779 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Warner Robins overall?
Everyday prices in the Warner Robins metro area are 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.8, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Warner Robins
Life in Warner Robins
What jobs pay in Warner Robins
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $135,360 | 11.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $121,540 | 13.2% |
| Lawyer | $118,750 | 13.6% |
| Software Developer | $118,520 | 13.6% |
| Operations Manager | $87,260 | 18.4% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $87,220 | 18.4% |
| Civil Engineer | $82,080 | 19.6% |
| Registered Nurse | $78,980 | 20.4% |
| Dental Hygienist | $78,770 | 20.4% |
| Accountant | $78,560 | 20.5% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $74,000 | 21.7% |
| Electrician | $63,110 | 25.5% |
| Plumber | $58,500 | 27.5% |
| Market Research Analyst | $55,800 | 28.8% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $54,280 | 29.6% |
| Police Officer | $52,950 | 30.4% |
| Truck Driver | $50,990 | 31.6% |
| HVAC Technician | $48,670 | 33.1% |
| Warehouse Worker | $47,130 | 34.1% |
| Carpenter | $46,750 | 34.4% |
| Firefighter | $40,330 | 39.9% |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,500 | 42.9% |
| Medical Assistant | $36,830 | 43.7% |
| Customer Service Representative | $36,830 | 43.7% |
| Restaurant Cook | $32,180 | 50.0% |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,650 | 52.5% |
| Cashier | $28,000 | 57.5% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $19,070 | 84.4% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Warner Robins?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $52 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $185,700 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $18,570 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Warner Robins, GA?
Renting in Warner Robins costs a median of about $1,341 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Georgia median is $1,667.
How much do I need to make to live in Warner Robins?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $53,640 a year, or $26 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Warner Robins cheap or expensive?
Warner Robins is rated OK: rent takes 22.3% of the typical household income of $72,227. It ranks 54th cheapest of 168 Georgia cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Warner Robins?
The median homeowner in Warner Robins pays $1,641 a year in property taxes, about 0.88% of the median home value.
Is Warner Robins 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 Warner Robins?
The median home value in Warner Robins is $185,700, about 2.6 times the typical yearly household income.
82,990 people live in Warner Robins. Numbers are typical (middle) values.