Cost of Living in Grand Traverse County, MI

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

Median Income

$75,553

Median Rent

$1,147/mo

Median Home

$273,300

Affordability

369

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,382
Property Tax$235
Insurance$91

Total Monthly$1,708
% of Income27.1%

Renting

Median Rent$1,147
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,172
% of Income18.2%

Living in Grand Traverse County, Michigan

Grand Traverse County has a median household income of $75,553 with housing costs that represent 27.1% of income for owners and 18.2% 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.