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Cost of living in Missaukee County, MI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,628/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 15,156 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $423 16%
Groceries $326 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $191 7%
State tax $127 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Missaukee County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$654
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,141
per month
4 bedroom
$1,237
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Missaukee County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,868
per year
Individual earnings
$35,947
per year
Per capita
$30,435
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Missaukee County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$163,700
Annual property tax
$1,600

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Missaukee 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 Missaukee County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.2%

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 Missaukee 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 Missaukee County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.1 min
Drive alone
79.2%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
5.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Missaukee County

What it costs to live in Missaukee County each month.

Single person
$2,628
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $191
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $326
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $423
  • State tax $127
Couple
$3,947
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $229
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $540
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $682
  • State tax $219
Family
$6,288
per month
  • Rent $1,141
  • Energy $286
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $820
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $682
  • State tax $219

Frequently asked questions about Missaukee County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Missaukee County?

In Missaukee County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,141 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Missaukee County?

In Missaukee County, MI, the average household income is $61,868 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,947 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Missaukee County?

The estimated cost of living in Missaukee County, MI is approximately $2,628 per month for a single person, $3,947 for a couple, $6,288 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Missaukee County?

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

Is Missaukee County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Missaukee County, MI would need approximately $2,628 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,868 per year ($5,156 per month). Missaukee County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Missaukee County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Missaukee County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Missaukee County?

The average home value in Missaukee County, MI is $163,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,600, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Missaukee County compare to other areas?

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