Cost of Living in Atlanta, United States

Atlanta has a cost of living index of 96/100 (New York = 100). It is 4% cheaper than New York. Data sourced live via AI — updated regularly.

96/100
Cost Index
$4,464/mo
Median Income
44/100
Safety Index
humid subtropical
Climate

Cost Breakdown by Category

HousingScore: 60/100
1-Bed Apartment (City Center)$1,800/month
1-Bed Apartment (Outside Center)$1,350/month
3-Bed Apartment (City Center)$2,700/month
Food & GroceriesScore: 52/100
Milk (1 liter)$1.2/liter
Bread (500g loaf)$2.07/loaf
Rice (1 kg)$2/kg
Dining OutScore: 50/100
Meal at Inexpensive Restaurant$15/meal
Meal for 2 (Mid-Range)$60/meal
McMeal at McDonald's$10/meal
TransportationScore: 48/100
Monthly Transit Pass$95/month
One-Way Ticket$2.5/trip
Taxi (1 km)$1.8/km
UtilitiesScore: 48/100
Basic (Elec, Heat, Water, Garbage) 85m2$220/month
Internet (60+ Mbps)$60/month
Mobile Plan (10GB+)$50/month
HealthcareScore: 55/100
Doctor Visit (15 min)$120/visit
Dentist Visit$144/visit
Prescription Medicine (avg)$20/course
EntertainmentScore: 48/100
Cinema Ticket (1 seat)$15/ticket
Theater Ticket$50/ticket
Museum Entry$18/ticket
FitnessScore: 50/100
Gym Membership (monthly)$50/month
Tennis Court Rent (1 hr)$25/hour
Swimming Pool (adult entry)$10/entry
Personal CareScore: 46/100
Haircut (Men)$25/cut
Haircut (Women)$45/cut
Shampoo (400ml)$6/bottle
ClothingScore: 48/100
Jeans (Levi's or similar)$60/pair
Summer Dress (Zara/H&M)$38/piece
Running Shoes (Nike/Adidas)$85/pair

Digital Nomad Profile

95 Mbps
Internet Speed
$250
Coworking/Month
excellent
Café WiFi
high
English Level
large
Nomad Community
72/100
Walkability

Best neighborhoods: Midtown, Little Five Points, East Atlanta

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Atlanta cheap to live in?

Atlanta has a cost of living index of 96/100, where New York = 100. It is 4% cheaper than New York. A single person can live comfortably for approximately $1,920–$2,688 per month.

How much does rent cost in Atlanta?

A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center of Atlanta costs approximately $1,800/month. Outside the center, expect to pay around $1,350/month.

Is Atlanta good for digital nomads?

Atlanta has a large digital nomad community. Average internet speed is 95 Mbps, café wifi reliability is excellent, and coworking spaces run about $250/month. English proficiency is high.

What is the average salary in Atlanta?

The median net monthly salary in Atlanta is approximately $4,464 USD. The income tax rate is around 24%.

How does Atlanta compare to New York for cost of living?

Atlanta (cost index 96) is 4% cheaper than New York (cost index 100). You could save roughly $100/month by moving from New York to Atlanta.

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