Cost of Living in East Lansing, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
100.1
100 = national avg
+0.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,061
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$104,144
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing141.9
Food83.3
Transportation63.4
Healthcare86.6
Utilities98.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,012
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,268
per month
The overall cost of living index in East Lansing is 100.1, which is 0.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 141.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,061 per year to cover basic expenses.