Cost of Living in Mecosta, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
92.9
100 = national avg
-7.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,876
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$96,616
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing72.3
Food103.6
Transportation107.1
Healthcare102.8
Utilities96.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$796
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,010
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mecosta is 92.9, which is 7.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 72.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,876 per year to cover basic expenses.