Cost of living in Baraga County, MI
Population 8,249 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Baraga County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Baraga County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Baraga County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Baraga County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Baraga County
Insurance premiums and coverage rates.
Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.
Taxes in Baraga County
State and local tax rates for Michigan.
Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.
Transportation in Baraga County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Baraga County
What it costs to live in Baraga County each month.
- Rent $711
- Energy $191
- Water $50
- Groceries $326
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $431
- State tax $129
- Rent $933
- Energy $229
- Water $60
- Groceries $540
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $572
- State tax $195
- Rent $1,124
- Energy $286
- Water $70
- Groceries $820
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $572
- State tax $195
Frequently asked questions about Baraga County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Baraga County?
In Baraga County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,124 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Baraga County?
In Baraga County, MI, the average household income is $55,117 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,401 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Baraga County?
The estimated cost of living in Baraga County, MI is approximately $2,638 per month for a single person, $3,813 for a couple, $6,137 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Baraga County?
The combined sales tax rate in Baraga County, MI is 6.00%, which includes the Michigan state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.
Is Baraga County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Baraga County, MI would need approximately $2,638 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $55,117 per year ($4,593 per month). Baraga County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in Baraga County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Baraga County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Baraga County?
The average home value in Baraga County, MI is $124,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,666, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Baraga County compare to other areas?
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About this data
All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.
- HUD FMR FY2025
- ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
- EIA
- ACS + national avg
- ACS
- USDA + BEA RPP