Georgia
About 14,000 Californians moved to Georgia in 2024, the number 14 destination out of California. Georgia has a 4.99% flat income tax (tax year 2026).
Home prices in Georgia vs. LA
| City | Median sale price | $/sq ft | Median days on market |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical LA County zip | $904K | $588 | n/a |
| Atlanta | $415K | $284 | 48 |
Redfin Data Center. Cities: May 2026, all residential. LA: median of LA County zip-code medians, Mar 2026 to May 2026.
Taxes
Georgia has a 4.99% flat income tax (tax year 2026). Georgia cut its rate from 5.19% to 4.99% for 2026, and current law sets up further annual reductions only if state revenue targets are met. See the Georgia revenue department for current rules.
Moving out of California generally doesn't take the sale of a California home out of California's tax reach. Our guide to selling your LA home and moving out of state covers withholding at closing, the capital gains exclusion and the questions to bring to a CPA.
Common questions
How many people move from California to Georgia?
About 14,052 people (plus or minus 3,801) moved from California to Georgia in 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey, the number 14 destination for people leaving California.
Does Georgia have a state income tax?
Georgia has a 4.99% flat income tax (tax year 2026). California's top marginal rate is 13.3%. Confirm current rates with the Georgia revenue department and a CPA.
What do homes cost in Georgia compared with LA?
The typical Atlanta home sold for about $415K (Redfin, May 2026), versus about $904K for a typical LA County zip code.
Mover counts: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 state-to-state migration flows (people who lived in California one year earlier). Estimates have margins of error. Market figures: Redfin Data Center.