Cost of Living in Alpena County, MI

What does it cost to live in Alpena County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$49,133

Median Rent

$638/mo

Median Home

$128,000

Affordability

504

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$647
Property Tax$123
Insurance$43

Total Monthly$813
% of Income19.9%

Renting

Median Rent$638
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$663
% of Income15.6%

Living in Alpena County, Michigan

Alpena County has a median household income of $49,133 with housing costs that represent 19.9% of income for owners and 15.6% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.