Wayland, MI Cost of Living


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Wayland cost of living score
93.1
Less expensive
6.9% lower
than the US average
1.7% higher
than the Michigan average
Wayland, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 93.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 6.9% lower than the U.S. average and 1.7% lower than the average for Michigan.

Wayland, MI

Housing costs in Wayland?
A typical home costs $272,600, which is 19.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 24.6% more expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Wayland costs $1,130 per month, which is 21.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.7% more than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Wayland?
To live comfortably in Wayland, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $52,200 for a family, and $34,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Wayland?
Wayland, MI is known for its low cost of living. According to the Council for Community and Economic Research, Wayland has a cost of living that is 8.2% lower than the national average. This makes it an excellent place for people looking for more affordable housing and other expenses such as utilities, groceries, and transportation costs. In addition to its lower cost of living prices, the city offers plenty of amenities and activities which make it an attractive destination to live in. With its close proximity to Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Battle Creek and even Lansing, Wayland is an ideal spot for those who like rural living but can still easily access urban amenities.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWaylandMichiganUnited States
  93.191.5100.0
  96.193.4100
  92.884.8100.0
  84.871.2100.0
  $272,600$218,700$338,100
  100.9%100.1%100.0%
  100.8115.1100.0
  89.695.9100.0

   100=National Average

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