Special Interest
Housing in Baker County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Baker County averages $631/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Georgia median of $1,393 and the national median of $1,413.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Baker County FMR Area are $765 for a studio, $770 for 1‑bedroom, $973 for 2‑bedroom, $1,353 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,395 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $342 increase for a 2-bedroom in Baker County shows a 54% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Baker County was 4.7% in 2024, compared to Georgia at 3.5% and the national rate of 4.0%.
