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Cost of living in Michigan

Rent, taxes, earnings and more across all 83 Michigan counties.

Avg. 1-bed rent
$837/mo
Avg. household income
$64,304/yr
Avg. home value
$182,224
Avg. monthly cost
$2,776/mo
Cheapest county
Houghton County
$2,416/mo for a single person
Most expensive county
Livingston County
$3,466/mo for a single person

Last updated May 21, 2026

Taxes in Michigan

State income, sales and local tax rates.

State income tax
4.25%
Flat rate

Michigan has a flat state income tax rate of 4.25%.

State sales tax
6.00%
Combined sales tax
6.00%
incl. average local of 0.00%

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Rent in Michigan

The average one-bedroom rent across Michigan is $837/mo. Rent varies from $711/mo in Arenac County to $1,346/mo in Washtenaw County.

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Cheapest places to live in Michigan

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Rankings include rent, utilities, groceries, transport, healthcare and taxes. See our methodology.

Most expensive places to live in Michigan

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Highest earning counties in Michigan

Top 10 by average household income.

All 83 counties in Michigan

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Frequently asked questions about Michigan

Common questions about cost of living, taxes and rent.

What is the cost of living in Michigan?

The average cost of living in Michigan is approximately $2,776 per month for a single person. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare and taxes. Costs range from $2,416/mo in Houghton County to $3,466/mo in Livingston County.

What is the average rent in Michigan?

The average one-bedroom rent in Michigan is $837 per month, based on HUD Fair Market Rent data across all 83 counties.

What is the average salary in Michigan?

The average household income in Michigan is $64,304 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

Does Michigan have state income tax?

Yes, Michigan has a flat state income tax of 4.25%.

What is the sales tax in Michigan?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Michigan averages 6.00%. The state rate is 6.00% with an average local addition of 0.00%.

What are the cheapest places to live in Michigan?

The cheapest counties to live in Michigan based on overall monthly costs are: 1. Houghton County ($2,416/mo), 2. Mackinac County ($2,416/mo), 3. Oscoda County ($2,469/mo), 4. Clare County ($2,521/mo), 5. Isabella County ($2,532/mo).

What are the most expensive places to live in Michigan?

The most expensive counties to live in Michigan based on overall monthly costs are: 1. Livingston County ($3,466/mo), 2. Oakland County ($3,384/mo), 3. Washtenaw County ($3,304/mo), 4. Kent County ($3,281/mo), 5. Ottawa County ($3,225/mo).

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources.

  • U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 5-Year Estimates)
  • HUD Fair Market Rents FY2025
  • Energy Information Administration (EIA)
  • Tax Foundation state and local rates
Methodology All data sources