Cost of Living in West Ishpeming, MI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.6
100 = national avg
+10.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,645
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,980
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing100.8
Food111.5
Transportation123.1
Healthcare109.2
Utilities107.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$973
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,137
per month
The overall cost of living index in West Ishpeming is 110.6, which is 10.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 100.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,645 per year to cover basic expenses.