Shepherd, MI Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Shepherd, Michigan?
$2,730 / month
for a family, 49.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $32,760 for the year for a family.
$2,400 / month
for a single person, 49.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $28,800 for the year for a single person.

Shepherd cost of living score
77.9
Less expensive
22.1% lower
than the US average
14.9% lower
than the Michigan average
Shepherd, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 77.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.1% lower than the U.S. average and 14.9% higher than the average for Michigan.

Shepherd, MI

Housing costs in Shepherd?
A typical home costs $171,500, which is 49.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 21.6% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Shepherd costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 29.4% cheaper than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Shepherd?
To live comfortably in Shepherd, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $32,760 for a family, and $28,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Shepherd?
Shepherd, MI is a great place to live with a relatively low cost of living compared to other cities in Michigan. The average cost for housing is about $971 a month, much lower than the statewide average of $1,258. Basic necessities such as groceries and transportation are also reasonably priced with an index of 97.7 and 100.2 respectively. This makes it easy to budget for expenses while still living comfortably. Many people enjoy the small-town feel of Shepherd while still having access to big city amenities nearby.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
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    Unlock91.5100.0
  91.6  Unlock100.0
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  48.3  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$218,700$338,100
  98.2  Unlock100.0
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  95.7  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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