Fowlstown, GA Utility & Living Guide

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Fowlstown, GA Utility & Living Guide

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Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$280/mo
1BR Rent$1000/mo
Sales Tax8%
COL Index95 (-5% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$280,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$140/mo

Georgia Power
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$50/mo

City of Bainbridge Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$60/mo

Combined Average Overhead$280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1000/mo
2 Bedrooms$1300/mo
3 Bedrooms$1800/mo
Median Home Price$280,000
Property Tax Rate0.85%
Avg Childcare/mo$900

The housing market in Fowlstown is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also available, but options may be limited. The area is seeing some new construction, particularly in the form of single-family homes

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

95

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-5% below national average

Groceries

98

Transportation

92

Healthcare

105

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax8%
Property Tax Rate0.85%
<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

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

60

Higher = safer
School Rating

7/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Red
Business Momentum
Moderate, with key industries in manufacturing, agriculture, and healthcare
Top Local Concerns
Economic development, education, public safety
🚌 Transit for Families

Fowlstown has limited public transportation options, but the area is relatively walkable and bikeable

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Lake Seminole
  • 🎯
    Flint River
  • 🎯
    Bainbridge Historic District

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The area around Lake Seminole is popular for families, with plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities. The historic district in nearby Bainbridge is also a charming area to live, with many older homes and a strong sense of community

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📊 Fowlstown — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer months bring higher electricity bills due to air conditioning usage, while winter months see lower bills. However, the area's mild winters mean that heating costs are relatively low

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 39852 has a property tax millage rate of 12.5 mills, with an additional 1% local surtax

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6, with wide sidewalks and crosswalks in the historic district, but limited accessibility in some areas due to lack of elevators in older buildings and uneven pavement

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