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Cost of living in Manistee County, MI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,643/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 25,247 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $750 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $403 15%
Groceries $326 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $191 7%
State tax $123 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Manistee County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$745
per month
1 bedroom
$750
per month
2 bedroom
$984
per month
3 bedroom
$1,237
per month
4 bedroom
$1,305
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Manistee County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$60,879
per year
Individual earnings
$34,707
per year
Per capita
$34,636
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Manistee County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$166,600
Annual property tax
$1,814

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Manistee 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 Manistee County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.2%

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 Manistee 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 Manistee County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.5 min
Drive alone
77.5%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
10.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Manistee County

What it costs to live in Manistee County each month.

Single person
$2,643
per month
  • Rent $750
  • Energy $191
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $326
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $403
  • State tax $123
Couple
$3,979
per month
  • Rent $984
  • Energy $229
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $540
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $666
  • State tax $216
Family
$6,365
per month
  • Rent $1,237
  • Energy $286
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $820
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $666
  • State tax $216

Frequently asked questions about Manistee County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Manistee County?

In Manistee County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $750 per month, a two-bedroom averages $984 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,237 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Manistee County?

In Manistee County, MI, the average household income is $60,879 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,707 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Manistee County?

The estimated cost of living in Manistee County, MI is approximately $2,643 per month for a single person, $3,979 for a couple, $6,365 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Manistee County?

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

Is Manistee County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Manistee County, MI would need approximately $2,643 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $60,879 per year ($5,073 per month). Manistee County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Manistee County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Manistee County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Manistee County?

The average home value in Manistee County, MI is $166,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,814, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Manistee 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