Cost of Living in Michigan City, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
105.1
100 = national avg
+5.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,230
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$109,271
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing86.0
Food111.5
Transportation123.1
Healthcare109.2
Utilities104.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$745
per month
2 Bedroom
$873
per month
The overall cost of living index in Michigan City is 105.1, which is 5.1% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 86.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,230 per year to cover basic expenses.