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Cost of living in Van Buren County, MI

Estimated monthly cost
$2,721/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 75,681 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $736 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $479 18%
Groceries $326 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $191 7%
State tax $139 5%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Van Buren County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$662
per month
1 bedroom
$736
per month
2 bedroom
$965
per month
3 bedroom
$1,256
per month
4 bedroom
$1,279
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Van Buren County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$66,902
per year
Individual earnings
$39,349
per year
Per capita
$33,243
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Van Buren County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$189,900
Annual property tax
$2,444

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Van Buren 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 Van Buren County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.4%

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 Van Buren 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 Van Buren County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.3 min
Drive alone
78.3%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
8.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Van Buren County

What it costs to live in Van Buren County each month.

Single person
$2,721
per month
  • Rent $736
  • Energy $191
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $326
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $479
  • State tax $139
Couple
$4,080
per month
  • Rent $965
  • Energy $229
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $540
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $765
  • State tax $237
Family
$6,504
per month
  • Rent $1,256
  • Energy $286
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $820
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $765
  • State tax $237

Frequently asked questions about Van Buren County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Van Buren County?

In Van Buren County, MI, a one-bedroom apartment averages $736 per month, a two-bedroom averages $965 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,256 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Van Buren County?

In Van Buren County, MI, the average household income is $66,902 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,349 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Van Buren County?

The estimated cost of living in Van Buren County, MI is approximately $2,721 per month for a single person, $4,080 for a couple, $6,504 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Van Buren County?

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

Is Van Buren County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Van Buren County, MI would need approximately $2,721 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $66,902 per year ($5,575 per month). Van Buren County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Van Buren County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Van Buren County, MI is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Van Buren County?

The average home value in Van Buren County, MI is $189,900, with average annual property taxes of $2,444, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Van Buren 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