Gwinnett County vs. Florida, California & New York

Relocating from states like Florida, New York, or California to Georgia delivers an immediate financial advantage — and Gwinnett County is where families feel that difference the most. With Atlanta’s overall cost of living staying close to the national average, housing prices significantly lower than New York and California, and everyday expenses more manageable than in Florida’s high-demand metros, Georgia offers a more affordable, comfortable, and sustainable lifestyle.

Category Atlanta, GA Florida (Statewide Avg.) New York (Statewide Avg.) California (Statewide Avg.)
Overall Cost of Living Index 102 103 155 149
Median Home Price $430,000 $410,000 $780,000 $785,000
Property Taxes 0.8%–1.1% 0.8%–1.1% 1.7%+ 0.7%–1.2%
State Income Tax 5.49% flat 0% 4%–10.9% 1%–13.3%

Average Rent

(2BR)

 $1,800–$2,200 $1,900–$2,300 $2,800–$3,600 $2,700–$3,500
Gas Prices Lower than national avg. Slightly above avg. High Very high
Utilities Moderate Moderate High High
Transportation Costs Below national avg. Avg. High High