Hastings, MI Cost of Living


3 Reviews



Download our custom City Report to see exclusive
data on cost of living, crime, climate, and more.

Hastings cost of living score
94.2
Less expensive
5.8% lower
than the US average
3.0% higher
than the Michigan average
Hastings, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 94.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 5.8% lower than the U.S. average and 3.0% lower than the average for Michigan.

Hastings, MI

Housing costs in Hastings?
A typical home costs $181,900, which is 46.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 16.8% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Hastings costs $880 per month, which is 38.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 25.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Hastings?
To live comfortably in Hastings, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $34,920 for a family, and $28,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Hastings?
Hastings, MI is an affordable place to live. The median home cost is $154,400, which is approximately 22% lower than the Michigan average. Additionally, the cost of living in Hastings is 9.7% lower than the national average. This makes it a great place for people looking to save money while still enjoying the benefits of a small city. Groceries and healthcare are particularly affordable in Hastings, with consumer prices 11.2% and 7% below the national averages respectively. Overall, Hastings offers a good balance between affordability and quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHastingsMichiganUnited States
  94.291.5100.0
  93.793.4100
  91.284.8100.0
  58.271.2100.0
  $181,900$218,700$338,100
  99.1%100.1%100.0%
  100.2115.1100.0
  99.495.9100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
Reviews for Hastings
    See all (3)

Over 6 years ago

It has a very home town feeling. You feel safe walking down the street. People still smile and acknowledge you. We lived there for 3 years. We thoroughly enjoyed it the  More

   |    Reply

Over 11 years ago

Hastings/Barry County is the hidden gem of the Midwest. Dense pine forests, beautiful lakes, wildlife...turkey, deer, horses, can be seen while driving along the  More

   |    Reply

it's somewhat nice, it's expanding with Super Walmart and Meijers moving nearby town within the next few years.(Good for minimum wage workers). Although since it has  More

   |    Reply

Start Your Review of Hastings

Crime
Compare Hastings, MI cost of living
Compare food, housing, utilities, and more in Hastings, Michigan to any other city in the US.