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Cost of living in Sanilac County, MI

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

Population 40,574 · 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 Sanilac County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,205
per month
4 bedroom
$1,264
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sanilac County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,074
per year
Individual earnings
$35,900
per year
Per capita
$32,523
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sanilac County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$162,200
Annual property tax
$1,488

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sanilac 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 Sanilac County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.1%

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 Sanilac 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 Sanilac County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.2 min
Drive alone
77.3%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
8.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sanilac County

What it costs to live in Sanilac 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
$3,892
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $229
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $540
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $637
  • State tax $209
Family
$6,297
per month
  • Rent $1,205
  • Energy $286
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $820
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $637
  • State tax $209

Frequently asked questions about Sanilac County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sanilac County?

In Sanilac County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,205 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sanilac County?

In Sanilac County, MI, the average household income is $59,074 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,900 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sanilac County?

The estimated cost of living in Sanilac County, MI is approximately $2,628 per month for a single person, $3,892 for a couple, $6,297 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sanilac County?

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

Is Sanilac County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sanilac County, MI would need approximately $2,628 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,074 per year ($4,923 per month). Sanilac County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Sanilac County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sanilac County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sanilac County?

The average home value in Sanilac County, MI is $162,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,488, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sanilac County compare to other areas?

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

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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