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Cost of living in Lapeer County, MI

Part of the Detroit Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,132/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 88,703 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,090 35%
Federal tax $526 17%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $326 10%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $191 6%
State tax $149 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Lapeer County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$991
per month
1 bedroom
$1,090
per month
2 bedroom
$1,378
per month
3 bedroom
$1,688
per month
4 bedroom
$1,827
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Lapeer County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$76,228
per year
Individual earnings
$42,201
per year
Per capita
$38,273
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Lapeer County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$229,100
Annual property tax
$2,185

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Lapeer 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 Lapeer County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.4%

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 Lapeer 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 Lapeer County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
34.3 min
Drive alone
79.6%
Public transit
0.9%
Work from home
7.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Lapeer County

What it costs to live in Lapeer County each month.

Single person
$3,132
per month
  • Rent $1,090
  • Energy $191
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $326
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $526
  • State tax $149
Couple
$4,679
per month
  • Rent $1,378
  • Energy $229
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $540
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $918
  • State tax $270
Family
$7,122
per month
  • Rent $1,688
  • Energy $286
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $820
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $918
  • State tax $270

Frequently asked questions about Lapeer County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Lapeer County?

In Lapeer County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,090 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,378 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,688 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Lapeer County?

In Lapeer County, MI, the average household income is $76,228 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,201 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Lapeer County?

The estimated cost of living in Lapeer County, MI is approximately $3,132 per month for a single person, $4,679 for a couple, $7,122 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Lapeer County?

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

Is Lapeer County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Lapeer County, MI would need approximately $3,132 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $76,228 per year ($6,352 per month). Lapeer County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Lapeer County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Lapeer County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Lapeer County?

The average home value in Lapeer County, MI is $229,100, with average annual property taxes of $2,185, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Lapeer County compare to other areas?

You can compare Lapeer County, MI with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Lapeer County is in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, 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