Galien, MI Cost of Living


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Galien cost of living score
88.1
Less expensive
11.9% lower
than the US average
3.7% lower
than the Michigan average
Galien, 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.

Galien, MI

Housing costs in Galien?
A typical home costs $184,000, which is 45.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 15.9% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Galien costs $1,030 per month, which is 28.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 6.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Galien?
To live comfortably in Galien, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $35,280 for a family, and $31,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Galien?
Galien, MI has an affordable cost of living. The median household income in this city is $55,000 a year and the median home value is just under $100,000. Prices for groceries are generally lower than average, with a gallon of milk costing around $2.50 and a loaf of bread going for around $2.00. Transportation costs are also quite reasonable, with an unlimited monthly bus pass available for just $30/month. Residents enjoy low taxes as well - the combined state and local sales tax rate is 6%. All in all, Galien offers residents a great quality of life at an affordable price.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGalienMichiganUnited States
  88.191.5100.0
  90.993.4100
  92.184.8100.0
  56.171.2100.0
  $184,000$218,700$338,100
  88.0%100.1%100.0%
  111.4115.1100.0
  93.795.9100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 6 years ago

I am not surprised there are no reviews of this town. I grew up here and always hated the area. Despite this, here are my Pros and Cons: PROS - Cheap living - No  More

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