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What Is the Average Rent in Monroe County, Michigan?

$1,059/month 4.1%vs 2023 ($1,017)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Monroe County, Michigan is $1,059/month (±$43), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $228,900 (±$4,750), and the median household income is $77,335/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Monroe County, Michigan and Neighbouring Counties

Washtenaw: $1,463Lucas: $934Wayne: $1,132Lenawee: $987Monroe County: $1,059$1,463$934$1,132$987$1,059

Housing Metrics for Monroe County, Michigan

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,059
Median Home Value$228,900
Median Household Income$77,335
Total Housing Units63,029
Renter-Occupied Units11,527
Renter-Occupied Share18%
Households Paying 50%+ Income2,461 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$983n/a
1 BR$762+131.6%
2 BR$1,118+92.1%
3 BR$1,317+57.0%
4 BR$1,801+96.0%

How does Monroe County, Michigan compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Michigan.

Higher rent than 82% of counties in Michigan · 16th 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
… 12 more …
16Monroe County(you are here)$1,059
… 64 more …
81Gogebic County$623
82Baraga County$616
83Ontonagon County$540

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Monroe County, Michigan?

The median gross rent in Monroe County, Michigan is $1,059/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 Monroe County, Michigan?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Monroe County, Michigan is $1,118/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$38. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

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

The median home value in Monroe County, Michigan is $228,900 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

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

In Monroe County, Michigan, 2,461 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 Monroe County, Michigan?

The median household income in Monroe County, Michigan is $77,335/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 $1,059 has a margin of error of ±$43. 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.