Wellston, MI Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Wellston, Michigan?
$1,860 / month
for a family, 65.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $22,320 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.

Wellston cost of living score
78.3
Less expensive
21.7% lower
than the US average
14.4% lower
than the Michigan average
Wellston, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 78.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 21.7% lower than the U.S. average and 14.4% higher than the average for Michigan.

Wellston, MI

Housing costs in Wellston?
A typical home costs $117,200, which is 65.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 46.4% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Wellston costs $910 per month, which is 36.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 20.9% cheaper than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Wellston?
To live comfortably in Wellston, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $22,320 for a family, and $27,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Wellston?
The cost of living in Wellston, MI is relatively affordable. The median home value is about $80,000, which is lower than the national median of $180,000. Additionally, the median household income is around $32,000 and the average cost for utilities and housing are generally lower than that of other regions. Overall, living in Wellston can be quite budget-friendly while still offering plenty of amenities for its residents.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesWellstonMichiganUnited States
    Unlock91.5100.0
  88.2  Unlock100.0
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  34.0  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$218,700$338,100
  96.0  Unlock100.0
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  88.4  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 6 years ago

Love the people that live here, always friendly and willing to help you!!! We come up to Wellston from Indiana at least once or twice a month, awesome  More

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