Cost of Living in Eaton County, MI

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

Median Income

$77,158

Median Rent

$1,013/mo

Median Home

$194,500

Affordability

499

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$983
Property Tax$240
Insurance$65

Total Monthly$1,288
% of Income20%

Renting

Median Rent$1,013
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,038
% of Income15.8%

Living in Eaton County, Michigan

Eaton County has a median household income of $77,158 with housing costs that represent 20% of income for owners and 15.8% 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.