Cost of Living in Dearborn Heights, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.3
100 = national avg
+6.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,750
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$110,501
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing123.6
Food96.7
Transportation96.5
Healthcare97.3
Utilities102.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,122
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,411
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dearborn Heights is 106.3, which is 6.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 123.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,750 per year to cover basic expenses.