Cost of Living in Berrien County, MI

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

Median Income

$60,379

Median Rent

$885/mo

Median Home

$193,600

Affordability

409

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$979
Property Tax$186
Insurance$65

Total Monthly$1,230
% of Income24.4%

Renting

Median Rent$885
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$910
% of Income17.6%

Living in Berrien County, Michigan

Berrien County has a median household income of $60,379 with housing costs that represent 24.4% of income for owners and 17.6% 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.