Monroe, GA, United States
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)

$2844

Retiree Score

33.0

Safety Index

50.8

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With a population of just 14,928, Monroe, Georgia is hardly the bustling urban oasis that many Americans dream of when moving abroad. The city's quaint cotton mill heritage and Confederate monuments belie an underlying bureaucracy that is a persistent headache for newcomers. And while the town's proximity to Atlanta offers some conveniences, the last mass lynching in the US occurred here just 75 years ago - a sobering reminder that small-town America can harbor dark undercurrents. Overall, Monroe seems better suited for those seeking a quiet, slower-paced life in the Deep South, rather than cosmopolitan transplants seeking excitement and diversity.

Can I afford Monroe, GA?

Total Monthly Household Income (After Tax):

Lifestyle: comfortable

You could save

$940 / month

Savings Rate31%

Rent (Bahamas Average Adjusted)$1001

Living Costs $1060

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Elevation

277m

Nearest Airport

ATL (69km)

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Annual Rainfall

1218 mm

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Best Months to Visit

Mar, Apr, May, Oct