Cost of Living in Tawas City, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
79.8
100 = national avg
-20.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,091
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$82,941
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing79.8
Food85.8
Transportation70.8
Healthcare88.6
Utilities87.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$824
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Tawas City is 79.8, which is 20.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 79.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,091 per year to cover basic expenses.