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Cost of living in Isabella County, MI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,532/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 64,475 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $838 33%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $326 13%
Transport $320 13%
Federal tax $240 9%
Energy $191 8%
State tax $87 3%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Isabella County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$827
per month
1 bedroom
$838
per month
2 bedroom
$951
per month
3 bedroom
$1,256
per month
4 bedroom
$1,261
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Isabella County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$53,759
per year
Individual earnings
$24,561
per year
Per capita
$29,626
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Isabella County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$165,100
Annual property tax
$2,180

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Isabella 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 Isabella County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.6%

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 Isabella 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 Isabella County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.5 min
Drive alone
76.5%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
6.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Isabella County

What it costs to live in Isabella County each month.

Single person
$2,532
per month
  • Rent $838
  • Energy $191
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $326
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $240
  • State tax $87
Couple
$3,804
per month
  • Rent $951
  • Energy $229
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $540
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $550
  • State tax $190
Family
$6,242
per month
  • Rent $1,256
  • Energy $286
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $820
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $550
  • State tax $190

Frequently asked questions about Isabella County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Isabella County?

In Isabella County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $838 per month, a two-bedroom averages $951 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,256 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Isabella County?

In Isabella County, MI, the average household income is $53,759 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $24,561 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Isabella County?

The estimated cost of living in Isabella County, MI is approximately $2,532 per month for a single person, $3,804 for a couple, $6,242 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Isabella County?

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

Is Isabella County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Isabella County, MI would need approximately $2,532 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $53,759 per year ($4,480 per month). Isabella County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Isabella County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Isabella County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Isabella County?

The average home value in Isabella County, MI is $165,100, with average annual property taxes of $2,180, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Isabella County compare to other areas?

You can compare Isabella County, MI with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Isabella County is in the Mount Pleasant, 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