Cost of Living in Pontiac, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.9
100 = national avg
-17.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,474
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,211
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing88.4
Food82.7
Transportation82.7
Healthcare86.2
Utilities87.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,122
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,411
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pontiac is 82.9, which is 17.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 88.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,474 per year to cover basic expenses.