Cost of living in Huron County, MI
Population 31,258 · Last updated May 21, 2026
Cost breakdown
Single person, by category, per month.
Rent in Huron County
Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.
Source: HUD FMR FY2025
Income and earnings in Huron County
Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.
Home values in Huron County
Average values reported by homeowners.
Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
Energy costs in Huron County
Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.
Source: EIA
Healthcare in Huron 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 Huron 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 Huron County
Commute patterns and estimated costs.
Source: ACS
Monthly cost estimates for Huron County
What it costs to live in Huron County each month.
- Rent $761
- Energy $191
- Water $50
- Groceries $326
- Transport $320
- Healthcare $480
- Federal tax $425
- State tax $128
- Rent $933
- Energy $229
- Water $60
- Groceries $540
- Transport $420
- Healthcare $864
- Federal tax $602
- State tax $202
- Rent $1,146
- Energy $286
- Water $70
- Groceries $820
- Transport $520
- Healthcare $1,350
- Childcare $1,200
- Federal tax $602
- State tax $202
Frequently asked questions about Huron County
Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.
What is the average rent in Huron County?
In Huron County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $761 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,146 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.
What is the average salary in Huron County?
In Huron County, MI, the average household income is $56,963 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,036 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
What is the cost of living in Huron County?
The estimated cost of living in Huron County, MI is approximately $2,681 per month for a single person, $3,850 for a couple, $6,196 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.
What is the sales tax rate in Huron County?
The combined sales tax rate in Huron County, MI is 6.00%, which includes the Michigan state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.
Is Huron County an affordable place to live?
Based on the data, a single person in Huron County, MI would need approximately $2,681 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,963 per year ($4,747 per month). Huron County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.
How much does healthcare cost in Huron County?
The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Huron County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.
What are house prices in Huron County?
The average home value in Huron County, MI is $141,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,754, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
How does Huron 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