Cost of Living in Benzie County, MI

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

Median Income

$71,327

Median Rent

$970/mo

Median Home

$243,600

Affordability

401

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,232
Property Tax$171
Insurance$81

Total Monthly$1,484
% of Income25%

Renting

Median Rent$970
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$995
% of Income16.3%

Living in Benzie County, Michigan

Benzie County has a median household income of $71,327 with housing costs that represent 25% of income for owners and 16.3% 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.