Zip 48823 (East Lansing, MI) Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in East Lansing, Michigan?
$4,320 / month
for a family, 20.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $51,840 for the year for a family.
$3,300 / month
for a single person, 30.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $39,600 for the year for a single person.

East Lansing cost of living score
83.6
Less expensive
16.4% lower
than the US average
8.6% lower
than the Michigan average
East Lansing (zip 48823), Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 83.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 16.4% lower than the U.S. average and 8.6% higher than the average for Michigan.

Zip 48823 (East Lansing, MI)

Housing costs in East Lansing?
A typical home costs $270,000, which is 20.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 23.5% more expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in East Lansing costs $1,210 per month, which is 10.0% more than the national average of $1,100 and 14.0% more than the state average of $1,040.

Can I afford East Lansing?
To live comfortably in East Lansing (zip 48823), Michigan, a minimum annual income of $51,840 for a family, and $39,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about East Lansing?
The cost of living in 48823 East Lansing, MI is higher than the national average. Housing costs are particularly high, with a median home price of $162,000. This is well above the national median of $218,000. The cost of groceries and health care are also significantly higher than the national average. On the other hand, transportation costs in East Lansing are slightly below the national average. All in all, living in 48823 East Lansing, MI can be expensive for those on a tight budget.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesEast LansingMichiganUnited States
    Unlock91.5100.0
  96.5  Unlock100.0
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    Unlock$218,700$338,100
  98.2  Unlock100.0
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  108.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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My neighborhood rocks for the following: 1. Walk/bike to downtown East Lansing for shops, restaurants, and events 2. Next to MSU campus 3. Amazing and friendly  More

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Over 17 years ago

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