Coldwater, MI Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Coldwater, Michigan?
$2,850 / month
for a family, 47.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $34,200 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.

Coldwater cost of living score
78.7
Less expensive
21.3% lower
than the US average
14.0% lower
than the Michigan average
Coldwater, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 78.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 21.3% lower than the U.S. average and 14.0% higher than the average for Michigan.

Coldwater, MI

Housing costs in Coldwater?
A typical home costs $178,700, which is 47.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 18.3% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Coldwater costs $950 per month, which is 33.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 15.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Coldwater?
To live comfortably in Coldwater, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $34,200 for a family, and $30,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Coldwater?
Coldwater, MI is an affordable place to live. The cost of living in the city is 7% lower than the state average, and 9% lower than the national average. Rent prices are around $600 for a one bedroom apartment, making them some of the lowest in Michigan. Groceries, healthcare, and transportation are also relatively cheaper than other places in the state. Moving into Coldwater is a financially smart decision since it’s possible to get more bang for your buck when it comes to day-to-day expenses.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
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Over 15 years ago

I also grew up there. It's an absolutely abysmal place. The racism, the sexism, the ignorance.... I wonder if that swastika is still there. It was spray painted on  More

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Over 15 years ago

I also grew up there. It's an absolutely abysmal place. The racism, the sexism, the ignorance.... I wonder if that swastika is still there. It was spray painted on  More

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I grew up in Coldwater and I ran like hell. Don't get me wrong, the Michigan countryside is profoundly beautiful and any city has its charm really. And I suppose it  More

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