Arlington, MI Cost of Living


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Arlington cost of living score
88.5
Less expensive
11.5% lower
than the US average
3.3% lower
than the Michigan average
Arlington, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 88.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 11.5% lower than the U.S. average and 3.3% higher than the average for Michigan.

Arlington, MI

Housing costs in Arlington?
A typical home costs $186,600, which is 44.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 14.7% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Arlington costs $870 per month, which is 39.2% more than the national average of $1,430 and 26.4% more than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Arlington?
To live comfortably in Arlington, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $35,640 for a family, and $26,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Arlington?
The cost of living in Arlington, MI is moderately low. The median home value is around $152,000 and the median rent is around $828 per month. The overall cost of living index is 83, which is 17% lower than the national average. Utilities are also affordable in Arlington, as electricity costs 12% less than the U.S. average while natural gas rates are 10% lower. Additionally, food costs are about 4% lower than the national average. All these factors combined make Arlington a great option for those looking for an affordable place to call home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesArlingtonMichiganUnited States
  88.591.5100.0
  92.293.4100
  89.884.8100.0
  48.471.2100.0
  $186,600$218,700$338,100
  101.2%100.1%100.0%
  107.5115.1100.0
  89.695.9100.0

   100=National Average

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