Cost of Living in Manchester, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.8
100 = national avg
+12.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,623
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,291
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing105.2
Food112.2
Transportation124.4
Healthcare109.8
Utilities108.4
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 Manchester is 112.8, which is 12.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 105.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,623 per year to cover basic expenses.