LifeCost Blog
Atlanta

Atlanta

USA

Updated on October 02, 2025

Overview

Atlanta features a moderate cost of living with affordable housing compared to other US metros. The job market is strong in logistics, media, and tech. Healthcare access is good with many hospitals. The climate is warm with hot summers and mild winters. Public transport is limited; most rely on cars. The city has diverse communities and cultural offerings but some areas have safety concerns. Traffic congestion can affect daily commutes.

Average cost of living€2,555.58
Quality of Life81/100

Accommodation

Rent room (flat-share)€720.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,520.00
1-bed flat (outside)€1,283.00
3-bed flat (center)€2,602.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,969.00

Buying House

sqm in city center€2,488.00
sqm outside center€1,989.00

Utilities

Basic utilities€162.71
Internet€59.87
Mobile plan€48.57

Transportation

One-way ticket€2.13
Monthly pass€81.05
Taxi start€3.41
Gasoline (1 l)€0.71

Leisure

Cinema ticket€13.65
Fitness club€38.30

Education

Preschool (month)€1,123.00
Intl. primary (year)€22,761.00

Demographics

Population 499,000
Metropolitan area population 6,150,000
Metropolitan area

Advantages

  • Affordable housing
  • Strong job market
  • Good healthcare facilities
  • Warm climate
  • Diverse cultural scene

Disadvantages

  • × Limited public transport
  • × Traffic congestion
  • × Safety varies by neighborhood
  • × Hot, humid summers
  • × Urban sprawl