Cost of Living in St. James, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
119.9
100 = national avg
+19.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,763
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$124,713
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing122.0
Food113.2
Transportation126.4
Healthcare110.6
Utilities112.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$800
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,039
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. James is 119.9, which is 19.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 122.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,763 per year to cover basic expenses.