Cost of Living in Muskegon Heights, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
66.5
100 = national avg
-33.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$29,260
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$69,160
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing67.6
Food75.8
Transportation51.6
Healthcare80.7
Utilities79.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$942
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,236
per month
The overall cost of living index in Muskegon Heights is 66.5, which is 33.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 67.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,260 per year to cover basic expenses.