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What Is the Average Rent in Genesee County, Michigan?

$989/month 5.7%vs 2023 ($936)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Genesee County, Michigan is $989/month (±$19), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $182,400 (±$3,111), and the median household income is $62,281/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Genesee County, Michigan and Neighbouring Counties

Lapeer: $988Saginaw: $947Livingston: $1,287Shiawassee: $899Tuscola: $819Genesee County: $989Oakland: $1,376$988$947$1,287$899$819$989$1,376

Housing Metrics for Genesee County, Michigan

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$989
Median Home Value$182,400
Median Household Income$62,281
Total Housing Units167,334
Renter-Occupied Units48,971
Renter-Occupied Share29%
Households Paying 50%+ Income12,695 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$684+0.0%
1 BR$801+0.0%
2 BR$1,016+0.0%
3 BR$1,132+0.0%
4 BR$1,224+0.0%
5+ BR$1,357+0.0%

How does Genesee County, Michigan compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Michigan.

Higher rent than 75% of counties in Michigan · 22th of 83

Cheapest: Gogebic County($623)
Priciest: Washtenaw County($1,463)
#CountyValue
1Washtenaw County$1,463
2Oakland County$1,376
3Grand Traverse County$1,288
… 18 more …
22Genesee County(you are here)$989
… 58 more …
81Gogebic County$623
82Baraga County$616
83Ontonagon County$540

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Genesee County, Michigan?

The median gross rent in Genesee County, Michigan is $989/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Genesee County, Michigan?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Genesee County, Michigan is $1,016/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$22. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Genesee County, Michigan?

The median home value in Genesee County, Michigan is $182,400 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Genesee County are rent-burdened?

In Genesee County, Michigan, 12,695 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in Genesee County, Michigan?

The median household income in Genesee County, Michigan is $62,281/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $989 has a margin of error of ±$19. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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