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Cost of living in Luce County, MI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,556/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,325 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $364 14%
Groceries $326 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $191 7%
State tax $114 4%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Luce County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$654
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,124
per month
4 bedroom
$1,275
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Luce County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$54,338
per year
Individual earnings
$32,306
per year
Per capita
$27,631
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Luce County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$110,400
Annual property tax
$1,121

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Luce 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 Luce County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.7%

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 Luce 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 Luce County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.6 min
Drive alone
77.1%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
7.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Luce County

What it costs to live in Luce County each month.

Single person
$2,556
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $191
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $326
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $364
  • State tax $114
Couple
$3,797
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $229
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $540
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $559
  • State tax $192
Family
$6,121
per month
  • Rent $1,124
  • Energy $286
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $820
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $559
  • State tax $192

Frequently asked questions about Luce County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Luce County?

In Luce County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,124 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Luce County?

In Luce County, MI, the average household income is $54,338 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,306 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Luce County?

The estimated cost of living in Luce County, MI is approximately $2,556 per month for a single person, $3,797 for a couple, $6,121 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Luce County?

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

Is Luce County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Luce County, MI would need approximately $2,556 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $54,338 per year ($4,528 per month). Luce County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Luce County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Luce County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Luce County?

The average home value in Luce County, MI is $110,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,121, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Luce 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