Plainwell, MI Cost of Living


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Plainwell cost of living score
93.1
Less expensive
6.9% lower
than the US average
1.7% higher
than the Michigan average
Plainwell, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 93.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 6.9% lower than the U.S. average and 1.7% lower than the average for Michigan.

Plainwell, MI

Housing costs in Plainwell?
A typical home costs $191,600, which is 43.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 12.4% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Plainwell costs $990 per month, which is 30.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 11.1% cheaper than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Plainwell?
To live comfortably in Plainwell, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $36,720 for a family, and $30,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Plainwell?
The cost of living in Plainwell, MI is relatively low compared to other cities in the United States. The median home value is around $144,000, making it an affordable option for people looking to buy a house. The local grocery stores are reasonably priced, and there are many restaurants and shopping options available throughout the city. Additionally, utilities costs tend to be slightly lower than average due to Michigan’s competitive market for energy. All in all, Plainwell is a great place for those looking for an affordable place to live without sacrificing access to amenities or quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPlainwellMichiganUnited States
  93.191.5100.0
  94.893.4100
  92.884.8100.0
  59.071.2100.0
  $191,600$218,700$338,100
  100.5%100.1%100.0%
  101.1115.1100.0
  89.995.9100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Plainwell is just off US131 about 10 minutes north of Kalamazoo (pop 71,000) and 20 minutes south of Grand Rapids. Nice "class B" school with a high percentage going on  More

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