Cost of Living in Charlevoix County, MI

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

Median Income

$69,764

Median Rent

$894/mo

Median Home

$220,000

Affordability

424

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,112
Property Tax$187
Insurance$73

Total Monthly$1,372
% of Income23.6%

Renting

Median Rent$894
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$919
% of Income15.4%

Living in Charlevoix County, Michigan

Charlevoix County has a median household income of $69,764 with housing costs that represent 23.6% of income for owners and 15.4% 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.