Cost of Living in Linden, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
107.3
100 = national avg
+7.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,200
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,562
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing97.6
Food109.2
Transportation118.4
Healthcare107.3
Utilities105.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$856
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,033
per month
The overall cost of living index in Linden is 107.3, which is 7.3% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 97.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,200 per year to cover basic expenses.