Cheapest Places to Live in Georgia (2026)
Looking for the most affordable cities in Georgia? We ranked 22 Georgia cities by median home value. The cheapest is Albany (~$118,000); the Georgia median is $260,000.
Most affordable cities in Georgia
Ranked by median home value, lowest first:
| # | City | Median home value | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albany | $118,000 | $91 |
| 2 | Augusta | $155,500 | $143 |
| 3 | Columbus | $159,000 | $138 |
| 4 | Moultrie | $170,000 | $156 |
| 5 | Macon | $177,000 | $124 |
| 6 | Valdosta | $222,500 | $140 |
| 7 | Decatur | $239,000 | $203 |
| 8 | Stone Mountain | $247,000 | $147 |
| 9 | Statesboro | $271,000 | $182 |
| 10 | Brunswick | $307,000 | $191 |
Most expensive cities in Georgia
The priciest Georgia markets by median home value:
| # | City | Median home value | $ / sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sandy Springs | $634,000 | $241 |
| 2 | Cumming | $595,000 | $219 |
| 3 | Dunwoody | $511,000 | $257 |
| 4 | Marietta | $448,000 | $210 |
| 5 | Atlanta | $385,000 | $259 |
| 6 | Lawrenceville | $378,500 | $180 |
| 7 | Gainesville | $365,000 | $235 |
| 8 | Clayton | $364,000 | $265 |
| 9 | Cartersville | $334,000 | $187 |
| 10 | Athens | $328,500 | $214 |
How we rank Georgia cities
Rankings use the typical (median) home value for each city from public market data (Realtor.com & Zillow research). Affordability also depends on incomes, taxes, and cost of living — see each city page for local detail. Directional estimates, not appraisals.
Explore all Georgia home values, estimate any home with the Home Value Estimator, or see where your budget goes furthest nationwide.
Georgia affordability: FAQ
What is the cheapest place to live in Georgia? +
Based on median home value, Albany is among the most affordable cities in Georgia, with a typical home around $118,000 — well below the Georgia median of $260,000.
What is the most expensive city in Georgia? +
By median home value, Sandy Springs is among the priciest in Georgia, with a typical home around $634,000.
Is Georgia an affordable place to live? +
The median home value in Georgia is about $260,000 (12% more affordable than the U.S. median of $294,000), but prices vary widely by city — from around $118,000 to $634,000.