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What Is the Average Rent in Muskegon County, Michigan?

$1,028/month 7.1%vs 2023 ($960)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Muskegon County, Michigan is $1,028/month (±$36), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $198,300 (±$4,508), and the median household income is $65,024/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Muskegon County, Michigan and Neighbouring Counties

Newaygo: $904Muskegon County: $1,028Oceana: $759Ottawa: $1,211Kent: $1,243$904$1,028$759$1,211$1,243

Housing Metrics for Muskegon County, Michigan

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,028
Median Home Value$198,300
Median Household Income$65,024
Total Housing Units67,732
Renter-Occupied Units14,861
Renter-Occupied Share22%
Households Paying 50%+ Income4,051 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$744+0.0%
1 BR$741+0.0%
2 BR$1,091+0.0%
3 BR$1,210+0.0%
4 BR$1,121+0.0%
5+ BR$1,571+0.0%

How does Muskegon County, Michigan compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Michigan.

Higher rent than 80% of counties in Michigan · 18th 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
… 14 more …
18Muskegon County(you are here)$1,028
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81Gogebic County$623
82Baraga County$616
83Ontonagon County$540

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Muskegon County, Michigan?

The median gross rent in Muskegon County, Michigan is $1,028/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 Muskegon County, Michigan?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Muskegon County, Michigan is $1,091/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$32. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

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

The median home value in Muskegon County, Michigan is $198,300 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

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

In Muskegon County, Michigan, 4,051 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 Muskegon County, Michigan?

The median household income in Muskegon County, Michigan is $65,024/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 $1,028 has a margin of error of ±$36. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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