Muskegon, MI Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Muskegon, Michigan?
$2,430 / month
for a family, 55.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $29,160 for the year for a family.
$2,500 / month
for a single person, 47.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $30,000 for the year for a single person.

Muskegon cost of living score
84.1
Less expensive
15.9% lower
than the US average
8.1% lower
than the Michigan average
Muskegon, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 84.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.9% lower than the U.S. average and 8.1% higher than the average for Michigan.

Muskegon, MI

Housing costs in Muskegon?
A typical home costs $151,900, which is 55.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 30.5% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Muskegon costs $970 per month, which is 32.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 13.4% cheaper than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Muskegon?
To live comfortably in Muskegon, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $29,160 for a family, and $30,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Muskegon?
Muskegon, Michigan has a low cost of living. According to the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index, Muskegon's score is 78.6 which is well below the national average of 100. This means that residents can expect to pay less for goods and services than the rest of the country. Additionally, housing in Muskegon is much more affordable than the national average – with median home prices being around $95,800 as compared to $179,600 nationwide. This makes Muskegon an attractive city for those looking for both affordability and quality of life.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesMuskegonMichiganUnited States
    Unlock91.5100.0
  92.0  Unlock100.0
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    Unlock$218,700$338,100
  97.1  Unlock100.0
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  88.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
Reviews for Muskegon
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If you like 4 seasons, don't mind snow and cold, love beaches and lake life, like to live near an area that promotes festivals, this may just be for  More

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Over 16 years ago

I grew up in Muskegon and it was a great place to live. However, brain drain is a huge problem and the majority of my friends who went to college never came  More

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The beaches and scenery around Muskegon are beautiful (even during the 9 months a year they're covered in snow), so it's a shame the city has become what it is. Jobs  More

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