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Cost of living in Genesee County, MI

Part of the Flint Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,743/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 404,087 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $806 29%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $439 16%
Groceries $326 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $191 7%
State tax $131 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Genesee County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$691
per month
1 bedroom
$806
per month
2 bedroom
$986
per month
3 bedroom
$1,215
per month
4 bedroom
$1,397
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Genesee County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,673
per year
Individual earnings
$36,925
per year
Per capita
$34,587
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Genesee County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$172,900
Annual property tax
$2,417

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Genesee County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$128
per month · 19.7¢/kWh
Natural gas
$63
per month
Annual total
$2,292
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Genesee County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.8%

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 Genesee County

State and local tax rates for Michigan.

State income tax
4.3%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.0%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Genesee County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.9 min
Drive alone
79.1%
Public transit
1.1%
Work from home
9.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Genesee County

What it costs to live in Genesee County each month.

Single person
$2,743
per month
  • Rent $806
  • Energy $191
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $326
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $439
  • State tax $131
Couple
$3,977
per month
  • Rent $986
  • Energy $229
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $540
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $663
  • State tax $215
Family
$6,339
per month
  • Rent $1,215
  • Energy $286
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $820
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $663
  • State tax $215

Frequently asked questions about Genesee County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Genesee County?

In Genesee County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $806 per month, a two-bedroom averages $986 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,215 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Genesee County?

In Genesee County, MI, the average household income is $60,673 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,925 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Genesee County?

The estimated cost of living in Genesee County, MI is approximately $2,743 per month for a single person, $3,977 for a couple, $6,339 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Genesee County?

The combined sales tax rate in Genesee County, MI is 6.00%, which includes the Michigan state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.

Is Genesee County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Genesee County, MI would need approximately $2,743 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,673 per year ($5,056 per month). Genesee County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Genesee County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Genesee County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Genesee County?

The average home value in Genesee County, MI is $172,900, with average annual property taxes of $2,417, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Genesee County compare to other areas?

You can compare Genesee County, MI with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Genesee County is in the Flint, 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
Methodology All data sources