Carmel, MI Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Carmel, Michigan?
$3,870 / month
for a family, 28.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $46,440 for the year for a family.
$2,633 / month
for a single person, 44.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $31,600 for the year for a single person.

Carmel cost of living score
87.7
Less expensive
12.3% lower
than the US average
4.2% lower
than the Michigan average
Carmel, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 87.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 12.3% lower than the U.S. average and 4.2% higher than the average for Michigan.

Carmel, MI

Housing costs in Carmel?
A typical home costs $243,200, which is 28.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 11.2% more expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Carmel costs $970 per month, which is 32.2% more than the national average of $1,430 and 13.4% more than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Carmel?
To live comfortably in Carmel, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $46,440 for a family, and $31,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Carmel?
Carmel, MI offers a low cost of living compared to the United States average. The median home value is lower than the national averages, currently sitting at $201,000. Renting in Carmel is also very affordable with one bedrooms costing around $1,000 per month and three bedroom apartments costing just over $1,400 per month. The costs of utilities, groceries and transportation are all below the U.S. average as well. Residents of Carmel can enjoy a high quality of life without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesCarmelMichiganUnited States
    Unlock91.5100.0
  93.6  Unlock100.0
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  67.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$218,700$338,100
  99.1  Unlock100.0
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  90.6  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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