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What Is the Average Rent in Lake County, Michigan?

$875/month 1.4%vs 2023 ($863)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Lake County, Michigan is $875/month (±$90), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $133,900 (±$9,291), and the median household income is $50,805/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Lake County, Michigan and Neighbouring Counties

Newaygo: $904Manistee: $842Lake County: $875Mason: $896Osceola: $807Wexford: $897$904$842$875$896$807$897

Housing Metrics for Lake County, Michigan

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$875
Median Home Value$133,900
Median Household Income$50,805
Total Housing Units5,190
Renter-Occupied Units935
Renter-Occupied Share18%
Households Paying 50%+ Income223 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
1 BR$476-44.7%
2 BR$911-32.6%
3 BR$1,076-33.7%
4 BR$1,346-45.9%

How does Lake County, Michigan compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Michigan.

Higher rent than 49% of counties in Michigan · 43th 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
… 39 more …
43Lake County(you are here)$875
… 37 more …
81Gogebic County$623
82Baraga County$616
83Ontonagon County$540

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Lake County, Michigan?

The median gross rent in Lake County, Michigan is $875/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 Lake County, Michigan?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Lake County, Michigan is $911/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$93. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

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

The median home value in Lake County, Michigan is $133,900 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

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

In Lake County, Michigan, 223 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 Lake County, Michigan?

The median household income in Lake County, Michigan is $50,805/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 $875 has a margin of error of ±$90. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau. Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, public domain.