Cost of Living in Sanford, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
101.2
100 = national avg
+1.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,526
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,244
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing95.4
Food103.2
Transportation106.5
Healthcare102.6
Utilities101.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$925
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,193
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sanford is 101.2, which is 1.2% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 95.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,526 per year to cover basic expenses.