Ferndale, MI Cost of Living


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Ferndale cost of living score
104.9
More expensive
4.9% higher
than the US average
14.6% higher
than the Michigan average
Ferndale, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 104.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 4.9% higher than the U.S. average and 14.6% higher than the average for Michigan.

Ferndale, MI

Housing costs in Ferndale?
A typical home costs $214,700, which is 36.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 1.8% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Ferndale costs $1,290 per month, which is 9.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 14.7% more than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Ferndale?
To live comfortably in Ferndale, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $41,040 for a family, and $40,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Ferndale?
The cost of living in Ferndale, MI is below the national average in most areas. There are a variety of housing options available for those looking to move to this city, ranging from affordable apartments and single-family homes to luxury condos and townhomes. The median home price in Ferndale is $152,400, which is significantly lower than the national average. Additionally, there are numerous dining options in the area that are accessible on a budget. Grocery costs are also relatively low compared to many other cities. With an overall cost of living index of 92.8%, Ferndale offers an affordable place to live for those who call this city home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesFerndaleMichiganUnited States
  104.991.5100.0
  95.393.4100
  79.984.8100.0
  76.571.2100.0
  $214,700$218,700$338,100
  93.2%100.1%100.0%
  125.6115.1100.0
  125.295.9100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 5 years ago

Ferndale is the heart and soul of the Michigan LGBT community. The pricing on this site is off though-- a studio is $700+ here. A one bedroom is $950+. This is without  More

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I have lived in Ferndale for 20 years. I grew up in the 60's on the East Side of Detroit. I was on the Assessing Review Board and Ferndale's Beautification Commission  More

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Over 12 years ago

Ferndale is a great walking town a short distance from Detroit. Lots of shops and restaurants within a mile of each other. It's also a very progressive community with  More

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