Cost of Living in Genesee County, MI

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

Median Income

$58,594

Median Rent

$893/mo

Median Home

$158,400

Affordability

466

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$801
Property Tax$194
Insurance$53

Total Monthly$1,048
% of Income21.5%

Renting

Median Rent$893
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$918
% of Income18.3%

Living in Genesee County, Michigan

Genesee County has a median household income of $58,594 with housing costs that represent 21.5% of income for owners and 18.3% 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.