Special Interest
Housing in Charlton County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Charlton County averages $540/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Georgia median of $1,393 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 29% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Charlton County FMR Area are $819 for a studio, $825 for 1‑bedroom, $1,082 for 2‑bedroom, $1,297 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,551 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $542 increase for a 2-bedroom in Charlton County shows a 100% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Charlton County was 3.5% in 2024, compared to Georgia at 3.5% and the national rate of 4.0%.
