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Free help to quit smoking in Georgia

Free coaching, possibly free nicotine patches, and what smoking really costs in Georgia. Quitline details are checked against the official program site; costs come from CDC data.

By Heorhi TalochkaReviewed by Blou editorial team
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Georgia Tobacco Quit Line: free quit coaching

Call
1-877-270-STOP (1-877-270-7867)
Free nicotine patches, gum or lozenges
A free supply of nicotine gum or patches for qualified Georgia residents 18 and older.
Ways to get support
Phone coaching · Text program · Online program

Checked on 2026-10-15 against the official program page. Offers change, so confirm eligibility when you call.

Quitline coaching is free and confidential. Combining coaching with nicotine replacement or a prescription medicine gives you better odds than going it alone. See the step-by-step quit plan.

What smoking costs in Georgia

State cigarette tax
$0.37
per pack · #50 highest of 51
Estimated pack price
$5.35
2019 average $5.35 + tax rises since
A pack a day costs
$1,953.00
a year, at the estimated price

The federal tax of $1.01 per pack applies on top of the state tax. Some cities and counties add their own. Prices in stores vary, so enter yours below.

Quit smoking savings in Georgia

Adjust to what you actually smoke and pay.

Daily spend: $5.35

1 day
$5
1 week
$37
1 month
$161
1 year
$1,953
5 years
$9,764
10 years
$19,528

Method: pack price ÷ 20 cigarettes × cigarettes per day × time period. Projections assume stable prices and daily usage; actual savings vary with price changes, taxes, and purchase patterns.

How many adults smoke in Georgia

In 2025, 9.8% of adults in Georgia said they currently smoke, lower than the state median of 10.7% (CDC BRFSS). You're far from alone in trying to stop, and the quitline exists for exactly that.

What to expect in your first days

Cravings can start within an hour or two of your last cigarette, withdrawal usually peaks in the first 3 days, and it typically eases over the first month. The quit smoking timeline shows where you are and what comes next.

Quitting smoking in Georgia: FAQ

Can I get free nicotine patches in Georgia?

A free supply of nicotine gum or patches for qualified Georgia residents 18 and older.

What is the quitline number in Georgia?

Georgia Tobacco Quit Line can be reached at 1-877-270-STOP (1-877-270-7867). 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669) also connects you to your state's quitline from anywhere in the US.

What is the cigarette tax in Georgia?

The state excise tax is $0.37 per pack of 20 (CDC STATE System, 2025 Q2), on top of the $1.01 federal tax. That ranks 50 of 51 for the highest state cigarette tax.

How much is a pack of cigarettes in Georgia?

The average price was $5.35 in 2019, the last year the CDC published state averages. Adding state tax increases since then gives an estimate of about $5.35 today, before manufacturer price rises, so many stores charge more.

How much would I save by quitting smoking in Georgia?

At about $5.35 a pack, a pack a day costs roughly $1,953.00 a year. Use the calculator on this page with your own price and amount.

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This page is educational and does not replace medical advice. In an emergency, call 911.