Cost of Living in Dexter, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
163.4
100 = national avg
+63.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$71,880
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$169,898
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing201.8
Food128.9
Transportation157.7
Healthcare123.1
Utilities137.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,387
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,656
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dexter is 163.4, which is 63.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 201.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $71,880 per year to cover basic expenses.