Mecosta, MI Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Mecosta, Michigan?
$2,910 / month
for a family, 46.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $34,920 for the year for a family.
$2,300 / month
for a single person, 51.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $27,600 for the year for a single person.

Mecosta cost of living score
79
Less expensive
21.0% lower
than the US average
13.7% lower
than the Michigan average
Mecosta, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 79, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 21.0% lower than the U.S. average and 13.7% higher than the average for Michigan.

Mecosta, MI

Housing costs in Mecosta?
A typical home costs $181,700, which is 46.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 16.9% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Mecosta costs $810 per month, which is 43.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 35.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Mecosta?
To live comfortably in Mecosta, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $34,920 for a family, and $27,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Mecosta?
The cost of living in Mecosta, MI is relatively low compared to many other cities in the US. The median home value is $125,700 and the median rent price is about $725. The average cost of a gallon of gas is around $2.22, which is also less than the national average. Grocery prices are also lower than average, with staples such as eggs and milk costing an average of just over $3 and items such as chicken breast costing an average of just under $5 per pound. Overall, Mecosta offers its residents a great quality of life in a location that has plenty to offer at an affordable cost.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesMecostaMichiganUnited States
    Unlock91.5100.0
  92.3  Unlock100.0
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  49.2  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$218,700$338,100
  98.5  Unlock100.0
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  83.9  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Too much crazy in Mecosta. Locals are mean and twp government is eager to hand you a citation for just being  More

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