Cost of Living in Baraga County, MI

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

Median Income

$51,911

Median Rent

$562/mo

Median Home

$121,700

Affordability

541

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$615
Property Tax$143
Insurance$41

Total Monthly$799
% of Income18.5%

Renting

Median Rent$562
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$587
% of Income13%

Living in Baraga County, Michigan

Baraga County has a median household income of $51,911 with housing costs that represent 18.5% of income for owners and 13% 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.