Berrien Springs, MI Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Berrien Springs, Michigan?
$2,700 / month
for a family, 50.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $32,400 for the year for a family.
$2,333 / month
for a single person, 51.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $28,000 for the year for a single person.

Berrien Springs cost of living score
88.1
Less expensive
11.9% lower
than the US average
3.7% lower
than the Michigan average
Berrien Springs, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 88.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 11.9% lower than the U.S. average and 3.7% higher than the average for Michigan.

Berrien Springs, MI

Housing costs in Berrien Springs?
A typical home costs $169,200, which is 50.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 22.6% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Berrien Springs costs $910 per month, which is 36.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 20.9% cheaper than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Berrien Springs?
To live comfortably in Berrien Springs, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $32,400 for a family, and $28,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Berrien Springs?
Berrien Springs, MI is an affordable place to live. The overall cost of living index in Berrien Springs is 82, which is well below the national average of 100. Housing costs are particularly low; the median home value in Berrien Springs is just $82,700, significantly lower than the national average of $229,700. Additionally, utilities and transportation costs are very reasonable, while health care and groceries are slightly higher than most other places in Michigan. All in all, Berrien Springs makes for a great place to live on a budget.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesBerrien SpringsMichiganUnited States
    Unlock91.5100.0
  92.7  Unlock100.0
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  53.3  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$218,700$338,100
  88.0  Unlock100.0
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  93.7  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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I went to school at Andrews University in the 1990s and have now moved back to work at the university starting in 2012. My views on living here as a 20 year old vs. a 40  More

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