Zip 48436 (Gaines, MI) Cost of Living


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United States / Michigan / Flint Metro Area / Genesee County / No City / Gaines (zip 48436)

Gaines cost of living score
85.1
Less expensive
14.9% lower
than the US average
7.0% lower
than the Michigan average
Gaines (zip 48436), Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 85.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 14.9% lower than the U.S. average and 7.0% higher than the average for Michigan.

Zip 48436 (Gaines, MI)

Housing costs in Gaines?
A typical home costs $230,700, which is 31.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 5.5% more expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Gaines 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 Gaines?
To live comfortably in Gaines (zip 48436), Michigan, a minimum annual income of $44,280 for a family, and $34,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Gaines?
The cost of living in 48436 Gaines, MI is relatively low compared to the national average. Renting a one-bedroom apartment is around $800 per month, and groceries are generally around 10% lower than the national average. Property taxes are also below the national median, making it an appealing choice for those who want to save money. Gas prices tend to be slightly higher than average, but overall the cost of living in this area is quite reasonable.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGainesMichiganUnited States
  85.191.5100.0
  95.493.4100
  78.684.8100.0
  77.671.2100.0
  $230,700$218,700$338,100
  99.9%100.1%100.0%
  116.1115.1100.0
  101.795.9100.0

   100=National Average

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