Allen Park, MI Cost of Living


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Allen Park cost of living score
91.8
Less expensive
8.2% lower
than the US average
0.3% higher
than the Michigan average
Allen Park, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 91.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.2% lower than the U.S. average and 0.3% lower than the average for Michigan.

Allen Park, MI

Housing costs in Allen Park?
A typical home costs $183,400, which is 45.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 16.1% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Allen Park costs $1,240 per month, which is 13.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 11.3% more than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Allen Park?
To live comfortably in Allen Park, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $35,280 for a family, and $38,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Allen Park?
The cost of living in Allen Park, MI is relatively affordable. According to the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER), housing costs in Allen Park are significantly lower than the national average, making it an ideal place for people looking to save money while still having access to all of the amenities of a larger city. The median home value in Allen Park is $145,500, which is much lower than the Michigan state average of $176,700. Additionally, other essentials such as groceries and utilities are also lower than the national average. With its low cost of living and proximity to Detroit and other major cities in Michigan, Allen Park offers an attractive option for those looking for an affordable place to live.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAllen ParkMichiganUnited States
  91.891.5100.0
  93.493.4100
  81.884.8100.0
  58.671.2100.0
  $183,400$218,700$338,100
  100.5%100.1%100.0%
  133.3115.1100.0
  113.895.9100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 14 years ago

I enjoy the fact that there are beaches close by, Oakland University nearby, and that there aren't any strip clubs or adult bookstores in this  More

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I live in the Downriver community of the Metro Detroit area. Sure are a lot of homes for sale around here and they are all in great neighborhoods. Some of the best deals  More

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