Monroe Metro Area, MI Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Monroe, Michigan?
$3,330 / month
for a family, 38.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $39,960 for the year for a family.
$2,733 / month
for a single person, 42.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $32,800 for the year for a single person.

Monroe cost of living score
91.6
Less expensive
8.4% lower
than the US average
0.1% higher
than the Michigan average
Monroe Michi Metro Area, Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 91.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.4% lower than the U.S. average and 0.1% lower than the average for Michigan.

Monroe Metro Area, MI

Housing costs in Monroe?
A typical home costs $209,200, which is 38.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 4.3% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Monroe costs $1,070 per month, which is 25.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Monroe?
To live comfortably in Monroe Michi Metro Area, Michigan, a minimum annual income of $39,960 for a family, and $32,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Monroe?
The cost of living in Monroe, MI Metro Area is quite favorable compared to the US average. At 91.6 on the index, it's slightly below the national average of 100. This can be attributed to the lower median house value in Monroe, MI Metro Area compared to the US average which is $209,200 and $338,100 respectively. Lower housing costs mean lower overall cost of living, making Monroe an attractive place for those looking for a more affordable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesMonroeMichiganUnited States
    Unlock91.5100.0
  94.7  Unlock100.0
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  71.4  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$218,700$338,100
  102.1  Unlock100.0
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  96.5  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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