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Cost of living in Otsego County, MI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,742/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 25,352 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $774 28%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $465 17%
Groceries $326 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $191 7%
State tax $136 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Otsego County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$769
per month
1 bedroom
$774
per month
2 bedroom
$995
per month
3 bedroom
$1,334
per month
4 bedroom
$1,539
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Otsego County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,285
per year
Individual earnings
$38,521
per year
Per capita
$36,269
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Otsego County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$196,500
Annual property tax
$1,751

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Otsego 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 Otsego County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.2%

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 Otsego 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 Otsego County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.3 min
Drive alone
77.3%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
10.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Otsego County

What it costs to live in Otsego County each month.

Single person
$2,742
per month
  • Rent $774
  • Energy $191
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $326
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $465
  • State tax $136
Couple
$4,117
per month
  • Rent $995
  • Energy $229
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $540
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $771
  • State tax $238
Family
$6,589
per month
  • Rent $1,334
  • Energy $286
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $820
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $771
  • State tax $238

Frequently asked questions about Otsego County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Otsego County?

In Otsego County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $774 per month, a two-bedroom averages $995 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,334 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Otsego County?

In Otsego County, MI, the average household income is $67,285 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,521 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Otsego County?

The estimated cost of living in Otsego County, MI is approximately $2,742 per month for a single person, $4,117 for a couple, $6,589 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Otsego County?

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

Is Otsego County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Otsego County, MI would need approximately $2,742 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,285 per year ($5,607 per month). Otsego County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Otsego County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Otsego County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Otsego County?

The average home value in Otsego County, MI is $196,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,751, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Otsego 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