Cost of Living in Michigan Center, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.7
100 = national avg
+2.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,207
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,853
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing101.5
Food102.1
Transportation106.5
Healthcare101.6
Utilities101.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$946
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,165
per month
The overall cost of living index in Michigan Center is 102.7, which is 2.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 101.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,207 per year to cover basic expenses.