salaryRent is lower than in 57% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.3 years of household income. Commutes are short, about 19.7 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $60,480 a year. That is $29 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Michigan cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Michigan. It is number 121 of 179 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Kentwood?
Share of households by yearly income. 23.8% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Kentwood
| Size | Kentwood | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,032 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,188 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,546 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,631 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,837 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Kentwood overall?
Everyday prices in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area are 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Kentwood
Life in Kentwood
What jobs pay in Kentwood
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $140,710 | 12.9% |
| Physician Assistant | $131,930 | 13.8% |
| Lawyer | $129,360 | 14.0% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $125,660 | 14.4% |
| Software Developer | $107,520 | 16.9% |
| Operations Manager | $101,720 | 17.8% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $97,210 | 18.7% |
| Civil Engineer | $92,600 | 19.6% |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,290 | 21.5% |
| Registered Nurse | $83,920 | 21.6% |
| Plumber | $80,440 | 22.6% |
| Accountant | $76,270 | 23.8% |
| Police Officer | $74,920 | 24.2% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,230 | 27.8% |
| Market Research Analyst | $64,880 | 28.0% |
| Electrician | $62,240 | 29.2% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,900 | 29.3% |
| HVAC Technician | $60,190 | 30.1% |
| Carpenter | $59,000 | 30.8% |
| Truck Driver | $58,270 | 31.1% |
| Firefighter | $56,260 | 32.3% |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,990 | 40.3% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $42,930 | 42.3% |
| Medical Assistant | $39,890 | 45.5% |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,340 | 47.3% |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,360 | 48.6% |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,130 | 50.2% |
| Retail Salesperson | $34,800 | 52.1% |
| Cashier | $29,880 | 60.7% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Kentwood?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $349 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $268,200 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $26,820 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Kentwood, MI?
Renting in Kentwood costs a median of about $1,512 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Michigan median is $1,314.
How much do I need to make to live in Kentwood?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $60,480 a year, or $29 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Kentwood cheap or expensive?
Kentwood is rated OK: rent takes 22.6% of the typical household income of $80,211. It ranks 121st cheapest of 179 Michigan cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Kentwood?
The median homeowner in Kentwood pays $3,246 a year in property taxes, about 1.21% of the median home value.
Is Kentwood more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 4% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Kentwood?
The median home value in Kentwood is $268,200, about 3.3 times the typical yearly household income.
54,296 people live in Kentwood. Numbers are typical (middle) values.