Cost of Living in Mecosta County, MI

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

Median Income

$54,132

Median Rent

$844/mo

Median Home

$153,000

Affordability

470

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$774
Property Tax$134
Insurance$51

Total Monthly$959
% of Income21.3%

Renting

Median Rent$844
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$869
% of Income18.7%

Living in Mecosta County, Michigan

Mecosta County has a median household income of $54,132 with housing costs that represent 21.3% of income for owners and 18.7% 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.