Ludington, MI Cost of Living


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Ludington cost of living score
78.7
Less expensive
21.3% lower
than the US average
14.0% lower
than the Michigan average
Ludington, 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.

Ludington, MI

Housing costs in Ludington?
A typical home costs $215,500, which is 36.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 1.5% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Ludington costs $880 per month, which is 38.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 25.0% cheaper than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Ludington?
To live comfortably in Ludington, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $41,400 for a family, and $26,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Ludington?
Ludington, MI is an affordable place to live with the cost of living index sitting at around 5% below the national average. The cost of housing is considerably lower than the U.S. average, making it one of the more budget-friendly towns in Michigan. Prices for groceries and healthcare are also below national averages. With a wide variety of restaurants, entertainment venues and other amenities, Ludington offers its residents a great quality of life at an affordable price.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesLudingtonMichiganUnited States
  78.791.5100.0
  91.793.4100
  80.884.8100.0
  62.671.2100.0
  $215,500$218,700$338,100
  97.7%100.1%100.0%
  72.1115.1100.0
  93.195.9100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 16 years ago

Is awesome. I love salmon fishing there. During the summer months there will be thousands of people from Ludington all the way to Frankfort and everyone usually leaves  More

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The beach is the place to be!!!! It is one of the absolute most beautiful beaches in Michigan! The sand dunes on the way to the state park are fabulous and  More

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If you like mild summers and snowy winters this is the place to be!!! From Memorial Day to Labor Day, almost like a switch, the weather is beautiful!! You have your  More

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