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Cost of living in Gogebic County, MI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,616/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 14,348 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $733 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $395 15%
Groceries $326 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $191 7%
State tax $121 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Gogebic County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$654
per month
1 bedroom
$733
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,281
per month
4 bedroom
$1,285
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Gogebic County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$49,672
per year
Individual earnings
$34,190
per year
Per capita
$34,085
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Gogebic County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$99,700
Annual property tax
$1,488

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Gogebic 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 Gogebic County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.1%

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 Gogebic 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 Gogebic County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.0 min
Drive alone
82.0%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
6.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Gogebic County

What it costs to live in Gogebic County each month.

Single person
$2,616
per month
  • Rent $733
  • Energy $191
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $326
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $395
  • State tax $121
Couple
$3,709
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $229
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $540
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $487
  • State tax $176
Family
$6,190
per month
  • Rent $1,281
  • Energy $286
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $820
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $487
  • State tax $176

Frequently asked questions about Gogebic County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Gogebic County?

In Gogebic County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $733 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,281 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Gogebic County?

In Gogebic County, MI, the average household income is $49,672 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,190 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Gogebic County?

The estimated cost of living in Gogebic County, MI is approximately $2,616 per month for a single person, $3,709 for a couple, $6,190 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Gogebic County?

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

Is Gogebic County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Gogebic County, MI would need approximately $2,616 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $49,672 per year ($4,139 per month). Gogebic County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Gogebic County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Gogebic County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Gogebic County?

The average home value in Gogebic County, MI is $99,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,488, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Gogebic 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
Methodology All data sources