Cost of Living in Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
84.8
100 = national avg
-15.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,297
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$88,156
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.5
Food92.1
Transportation70.4
Healthcare93.6
Utilities91.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$823
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,066
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sault Ste. Marie is 84.8, which is 15.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,297 per year to cover basic expenses.