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Grayson, GA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
$60/mo
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.25% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Grayson is growing rapidly, with new developments and renovations popping up throughout the city. Homes range from cozy starter homes to large family residences. The city’s small-town feel and good schools make it an attractive option for families.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
103
96
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 8% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.25% |
| <p>State 4% + County 3% + City 1%</p> | |
Georgia has a progressive state income tax with rates ranging from 1% to 5.99%
Family & Relocation
55
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Grayson has limited public transit options, but the city is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some sidewalks and crosswalks
- Tribble Mill Park
- Grayson Community Park
- Gwinnett County Public Library
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📰 Live Local News
Grayson has ordinances regulating noise, zoning, and business licenses
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Grayson — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer months bring high electricity bills due to air conditioning usage, while winter months see lower bills. However, natural gas bills may increase during extremely cold snaps.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The 30017 ZIP code has a property tax millage rate of 25 mills, with an additional 1% local option sales tax
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, with explanation: Grayson has some sidewalks and crosswalks, but they can be inconsistent and narrow in some areas. However, the city has several parks and playgrounds with stroller-friendly paths and amenities.
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