Cost of Living in Romulus, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.5
100 = national avg
+6.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,878
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$110,801
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing105.1
Food105.2
Transportation110.4
Healthcare104.2
Utilities104.2
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 Romulus is 106.5, which is 6.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 105.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,878 per year to cover basic expenses.