Cost of Living in Wacousta, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
153.7
100 = national avg
+53.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$67,629
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$159,851
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing157.5
Food146.7
Transportation132.7
Healthcare137.3
Utilities139.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,012
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,268
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wacousta is 153.7, which is 53.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 157.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $67,629 per year to cover basic expenses.