Zip 49872 (Perkins, MI) Cost of Living


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United States / Michigan / Escanaba Metro Area / Delta County / No City / Perkins (zip 49872)

Perkins cost of living score
79.6
Less expensive
20.4% lower
than the US average
13.0% lower
than the Michigan average
Perkins (zip 49872), Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 79.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 20.4% lower than the U.S. average and 13.0% higher than the average for Michigan.

Zip 49872 (Perkins, MI)

Housing costs in Perkins?
A typical home costs $163,300, which is 51.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 25.3% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Perkins costs $820 per month, which is 42.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 34.1% cheaper than the state average of $1,100.

Can I afford Perkins?
To live comfortably in Perkins (zip 49872), Michigan, a minimum annual income of $31,320 for a family, and $24,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Perkins?
Living in 49872 Perkins, MI is quite affordable. The cost of living index is around 87.3, which is 13.7% lower than the national average. According to BestPlaces, a one-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an average of $584 USD per month. This price includes utilities such as electricity, water and gas. Renting outside the city centre averages around $447 USD per month for a one-bedroom apartment with utilities included. Groceries are also slightly cheaper here compared to other parts of the United States, with an average meal costing around $10-$12 USD. All in all, living in 49872 Perkins, MI can definitely be done on a budget if you're looking for an affordable place to live!
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesPerkinsMichiganUnited States
  79.691.5100.0
  90.193.4100
  121.584.8100.0
  29.771.2100.0
  $163,300$218,700$338,100
  112.1%100.1%100.0%
  86.9115.1100.0
  91.895.9100.0

   100=National Average

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