Cost of Living in Garden, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
67.3
100 = national avg
-32.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$29,597
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$69,956
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing67.0
Food76.9
Transportation53.9
Healthcare81.6
Utilities79.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$742
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Garden is 67.3, which is 32.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 67.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,597 per year to cover basic expenses.