Cost of Living in Montcalm County, MI

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

Median Income

$61,250

Median Rent

$823/mo

Median Home

$154,900

Affordability

520

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$783
Property Tax$146
Insurance$52

Total Monthly$981
% of Income19.2%

Renting

Median Rent$823
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$848
% of Income16.1%

Living in Montcalm County, Michigan

Montcalm County has a median household income of $61,250 with housing costs that represent 19.2% of income for owners and 16.1% 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.