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Moultrie, GA Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
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$30/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $900/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1200/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1600/mo |
| Median Home Price | $180,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.93% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $800 |
The housing market in Moultrie is relatively affordable, with a range of options from historic homes to new constructions. Rentals are also available, although the market can be competitive. Home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years.
Cost of Living
88
-12% below national average
94
88
105
$800
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 8% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.93% |
| <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
6/10
$800/mo
City Pulse
Moultrie has limited public transportation options, but the city is relatively walkable and bikeable
- Moultrie YMCA
- Colquitt County Parks and Recreation
- Ellen Payne Odom Genealogy Library
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Moultrie has regulations in place for zoning, land use, and business licensing
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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📊 Moultrie — 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 a slight increase in natural gas usage for heating. However, Moultrie's mild winters keep overall utility costs relatively stable throughout the year.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The 31768 and 31788 ZIP codes have a property tax millage rate of 12.5 mills, with an additional 1% local option sales tax
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6 - Moultrie has some sidewalks and crosswalks, but they can be uneven and limited in some areas. The city has some parks and green spaces, but more could be done to improve accessibility and family infrastructure.
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