Cost of living in Eaton County, MI
Part of the Lansing Metro Area
Population 109,000 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Eaton County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Eaton County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Eaton County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Eaton County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Eaton 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 Eaton 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 Eaton County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Eaton County
What it costs to live in Eaton County each month.
- Rent $905
- Energy $191
- Water $50
- Groceries $326
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $586
- State tax $163
- Rent $1,127
- Energy $229
- Water $60
- Groceries $540
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $947
- State tax $276
- Rent $1,465
- Energy $286
- Water $70
- Groceries $820
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $947
- State tax $276
Frequently asked questions about Eaton County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Eaton County?
In Eaton County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $905 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,127 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,465 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Eaton County?
In Eaton County, MI, the average household income is $78,025 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $45,900 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Eaton County?
The estimated cost of living in Eaton County, MI is approximately $3,021 per month for a single person, $4,463 for a couple, $6,934 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Eaton County?
The combined sales tax rate in Eaton County, MI is 6.00%, which includes the Michigan state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.
Is Eaton County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Eaton County, MI would need approximately $3,021 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $78,025 per year ($6,502 per month). Eaton County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.
How much does healthcare cost in Eaton County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Eaton County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Eaton County?
The average home value in Eaton County, MI is $206,700, with average annual property taxes of $2,924, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Eaton County compare to other areas?
You can compare Eaton County, MI with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Eaton County is in the Lansing-East Lansing, MI metro area.
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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