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Goods & Services NAT. AVG.
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Housing NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living is 90, then it is 10% lower than average. If the cost of living is 110, then it is 10% higher than average. The breakdown for each index is as follows: goods & services (33%), groceries (13%), health care (5%), housing (30%), transportation (9%) and utilities (10%). If the cost of living data was unavailable for this city, estimates based upon nearby cities were used.
Index Woodstock Georgia National
Cost of living11293100
Goods & Services10097100
Groceries10198100
Health care109100100
Housing14486100
Transportation9994100
Utilities8186100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Woodstock, GA

The cost of living in Woodstock affects the quality of life one can afford in this new location. It allows people to assess whether they can maintain their preferred lifestyle, including housing, leisure activities and dining options. Your total monthly expenditures can varry depending on the area, as well as many other factors. The cost of living in Woodstock is 112, which is 12% higher than the national average. Knowledge of the cost of living can help individuals make informed decisions about retirement savings, investments, and financial goals.

Housing costs make up a big chunk of the cost of living in Woodstock, and they usually eat into a large part of your take-home pay. Unfortunately, in this area, both buying a home and renting one costs 44.4% more than the average city. This includes stuff like home prices, rent, mortgage rates, and insurance.

What Do Locals Say About the Cost of Living in Woodstock?

Nobody knows their city better than the people who actually live there. So, we asked 9 local residents how they would rate the cost of living in Woodstock and this is how they responded. 22% of people said that the cost of living was affordable, with prices decreasing, while 78% of people said that the cost of living was very expensive and prices continue to rise.

Is Woodstock Affordable?

Is Woodstock affordable? It's a key consideration when pondering a move, as affordability often shapes your choices. The cost of living index (we discussed it earlier), coupled with housing costs and income levels, serves as the cornerstone for determining a location's affordability. Take Woodstock, for instance, where the median home price falls 43.6% higher than the national average, and monthly rent rates are 46% higher than usual. Additionally, median income levels contribute to the equation, with Woodstock flaunting a median household income of $81,268, 46.9% higher than the national norm.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Woodstock?

Transportation: In situations where public transportation is limited or nonexistent, local residents may be required to own and maintain their own vehicles, contributing to an elevated cost of living. Monthly expenditures may encompass fuel costs, insurance premiums, routine vehicle upkeep and possibly lease or financing payments. In Woodstock, the transportation index is 0.6% lower than the national average.

Housing: High demand for housing in desirable locations can drive up property prices and rental rates. This can be a primary contributor to a higher cost of living. While low demand for housing, especially in undesirable locations, can have the reverse effect and drive prices down, resulting in a lower cost of living. The housing index in Woodstock, is 44.4% higher than the national average.

Taxes: Areas with higher taxes, including sales taxes and income taxes, can contribute to a higher cost of living. Paying more tax for everyday goods and services like clothing and food will result in higher costs, as will paying a higher rate of income tax. The general sales tax rate in Woodstock starts at 4% and the income tax rates start at 1%.

Where is the Data From?

The cost of living in Woodstock, presented above is derived from the C2ER cost of living index, offering a practical method for assessing living cost disparities in urban areas. Published quarterly, this index compiles data from more than 300 independent researchers, encompassing over 60 goods and services in 6 categories. The weightings assigned to cost variances are informed by government survey data tracking the expenditure patterns of professional and executive households. It should be noted that the C2ER index does not include data on sales or income tax rates, however, AreaVibes incorporates tax rates into the overall cost of living score for each area.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Woodstock is 21% higher than the Georgia average
  • The cost of living in Woodstock is 12% higher than the national average
  • Woodstock housing is 44% higher than the national average
  • Georgia general sales tax is 22% lower than the national average
  • Georgia state income tax is 56% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$95,730$7,978$2,234$2,872
      Renters$55,241$4,603$1,289$1,657
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Woodstock, GA, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Woodstock homeowners, is $95,730. This would allow for a maximum of $2,234 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $55,241 which would result in a maximum of $1,289 to be spent on rental costs.

      Georgia Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Georgia 4% 8%

      Georgia Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Georgia 1% 5.75%

      Goods & Services

      Item Woodstock National avg. Difference
      Haircut $27.25$24.2612.3%
      Beauty Salon $56.36$45.5623.7%
      Toothpaste $3.74$3.700.9%
      Shampoo $1.33$1.283.9%
      Movie $15.20$12.1325.3%
      Bowling $20.98$18.0016.5%

      Groceries

      Item Woodstock National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $5.25$5.8410.1%
      Fried Chicken $1.61$1.572.1%
      Milk $4.69$4.670.4%
      Potatoes $5.32$4.937.9%
      Pizza $11.36$12.096.0%
      Beer $10.39$10.410.2%

      Health Care

      Item Woodstock National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $129.73$125.683.2%
      Doctor $128.57$135.785.3%
      Dentist $144.73$113.2927.8%
      Ibuprofen $10.74$10.650.8%
      Lipitor $495.22$468.605.7%

      Housing

      Item Woodstock National avg. Difference
      Home Price $265,300.00$184,700.0043.6%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $2,292.55$2,346.692.3%
      Apartment Rent $1,386.00$949.0046.0%

      Transportation

      Item Woodstock National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.20$3.467.5%
      Tire Balancing $69.77$59.9216.4%

      Utilities

      Item Woodstock National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $134.81$193.9930.5%
      Phone $191.28$192.250.5%
      Although the cost of living data is updated regularly, this cost of living information is to be used as estimates only as prices can change on an ongoing basis.

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      White, GA9238416.3%
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      Hiram, GA4,021964.0%
      Woodstock, GA32,31011211.8%

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      Woodstock, GA32,31011211.8%
      Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.