Cost of Living in Macomb County, MI

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

Median Income

$73,876

Median Rent

$1,124/mo

Median Home

$216,200

Affordability

431

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,093
Property Tax$265
Insurance$72

Total Monthly$1,430
% of Income23.2%

Renting

Median Rent$1,124
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,149
% of Income18.3%

Living in Macomb County, Michigan

Macomb County has a median household income of $73,876 with housing costs that represent 23.2% 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.