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Cost of living in Presque Isle County, MI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,660/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 13,142 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $449 17%
Groceries $326 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $191 7%
State tax $133 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Presque Isle County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$654
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,126
per month
4 bedroom
$1,426
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Presque Isle County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,713
per year
Individual earnings
$37,521
per year
Per capita
$36,235
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Presque Isle County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$135,200
Annual property tax
$1,382

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Presque Isle 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 Presque Isle County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.6%

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 Presque Isle 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 Presque Isle County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.5 min
Drive alone
77.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
8.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Presque Isle County

What it costs to live in Presque Isle County each month.

Single person
$2,660
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $191
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $326
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $449
  • State tax $133
Couple
$3,845
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $229
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $540
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $598
  • State tax $201
Family
$6,171
per month
  • Rent $1,126
  • Energy $286
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $820
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $598
  • State tax $201

Frequently asked questions about Presque Isle County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Presque Isle County?

In Presque Isle County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,126 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Presque Isle County?

In Presque Isle County, MI, the average household income is $56,713 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,521 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Presque Isle County?

The estimated cost of living in Presque Isle County, MI is approximately $2,660 per month for a single person, $3,845 for a couple, $6,171 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Presque Isle County?

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

Is Presque Isle County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Presque Isle County, MI would need approximately $2,660 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,713 per year ($4,726 per month). Presque Isle County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Presque Isle County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Presque Isle County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Presque Isle County?

The average home value in Presque Isle County, MI is $135,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,382, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Presque Isle 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