Zip 49007 (Kalamazoo, MI) Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Kalamazoo, Michigan?
$1,500 / month
for a family, 72.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $18,000 for the year for a family.
$2,833 / month
for a single person, 40.6% less expensive than the national average A total of $34,000 for the year for a single person.

Kalamazoo cost of living score
87.7
Less expensive
12.3% lower
than the US average
4.2% lower
than the Michigan average
Kalamazoo (zip 49007), Michigan gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 87.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 12.3% lower than the U.S. average and 4.2% higher than the average for Michigan.

Zip 49007 (Kalamazoo, MI)

Housing costs in Kalamazoo?
A typical home costs $93,500, which is 72.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 57.2% less expensive than the average Michigan home, at $218,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Kalamazoo costs $1,050 per month, which is 4.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,100 and close to the state average of $1,050.

Can I afford Kalamazoo?
To live comfortably in Kalamazoo (zip 49007), Michigan, a minimum annual income of $18,000 for a family, and $34,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Kalamazoo?
The cost of living in 49007 Kalamazoo, MI is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. According to data from Sperling's Best Places, the overall cost of living index is 93.7, which is 7.3% lower than the national average. In comparison, Michigan's average cost of living index is 96. Housing costs are particularly low in Kalamazoo; the median home price is $101,700 and the median monthly rent for a one bedroom apartment hovers around $650. The cost of food and utilities are also below the national averages, with groceries costing 6% less than the US average and utilities costing 8% less than elsewhere in America.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesKalamazooMichiganUnited States
    Unlock91.5100.0
  90.5  Unlock100.0
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  25.6  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$218,700$338,100
  100.5  Unlock100.0
    Unlock115.1100.0
  105.8  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 15 years ago

As a life long resident I feel that the North Side has changed. Although it is the oldest part of the City Of Kalamazoo it has the most to gain. The homes average 100  More

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