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What Is the Average Rent in Mason County, Michigan?

$896/month 6.7%vs 2023 ($840)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Mason County, Michigan is $896/month (±$62), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $219,600 (±$8,156), and the median household income is $64,748/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Mason County, Michigan and Neighbouring Counties

Manistee: $842Lake: $875Mason County: $896Oceana: $759$842$875$896$759

Housing Metrics for Mason County, Michigan

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$896
Median Home Value$219,600
Median Household Income$64,748
Total Housing Units12,801
Renter-Occupied Units2,776
Renter-Occupied Share22%
Households Paying 50%+ Income513 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$501-38.5%
1 BR$715+29.5%
2 BR$929+29.4%
3 BR$1,149+10.4%
4 BR$1,085-17.6%
5+ BR$1,525-41.9%

How does Mason County, Michigan compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Michigan.

Higher rent than 53% of counties in Michigan · 40th 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
… 36 more …
40Mason County(you are here)$896
… 40 more …
81Gogebic County$623
82Baraga County$616
83Ontonagon County$540

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Mason County, Michigan?

The median gross rent in Mason County, Michigan is $896/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 Mason County, Michigan?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Mason County, Michigan is $929/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$35. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

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

The median home value in Mason County, Michigan is $219,600 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

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

In Mason County, Michigan, 513 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 Mason County, Michigan?

The median household income in Mason County, Michigan is $64,748/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 $896 has a margin of error of ±$62. 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.