salaryRent is lower than in 54% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs under 3 years of household income, which is easy by U.S. standards. Most homes (87.2%) are owned, so rentals can be hard to find.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $62,760 a year. That is $30 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 126 of 179 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Livonia?
Share of households by yearly income. 36.6% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Livonia
| Size | Livonia | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,370 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,144 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,507 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,862 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,258 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Livonia overall?
Everyday prices in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area are same as the U.S. average (index 100.3, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Livonia
Life in Livonia
What jobs pay in Livonia
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $137,770 | 13.7% |
| Lawyer | $134,980 | 13.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,390 | 14.0% |
| Physician Assistant | $131,830 | 14.3% |
| Software Developer | $130,760 | 14.4% |
| Operations Manager | $104,010 | 18.1% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,670 | 18.2% |
| Registered Nurse | $97,280 | 19.4% |
| Civil Engineer | $92,550 | 20.3% |
| Plumber | $86,370 | 21.8% |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,480 | 22.3% |
| Electrician | $81,990 | 23.0% |
| Accountant | $80,650 | 23.3% |
| Police Officer | $78,450 | 24.0% |
| Market Research Analyst | $77,100 | 24.4% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $69,300 | 27.2% |
| Carpenter | $65,810 | 28.6% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,210 | 28.9% |
| HVAC Technician | $63,170 | 29.8% |
| Firefighter | $62,730 | 30.0% |
| Truck Driver | $59,120 | 31.8% |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,730 | 42.1% |
| Warehouse Worker | $40,330 | 46.7% |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,900 | 47.2% |
| Medical Assistant | $39,410 | 47.8% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $37,490 | 50.2% |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,410 | 50.3% |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,130 | 53.6% |
| Cashier | $30,090 | 62.6% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Livonia?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $381 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $281,100 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $28,110 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Livonia, MI?
Renting in Livonia costs a median of about $1,569 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Michigan median is $1,314.
How much do I need to make to live in Livonia?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $62,760 a year, or $30 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Livonia cheap or expensive?
Livonia is rated Cheap: rent takes 17.7% of the typical household income of $106,189. It ranks 126th cheapest of 179 Michigan cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Livonia?
The median homeowner in Livonia pays $3,860 a year in property taxes, about 1.37% of the median home value.
Is Livonia more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are same as the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Livonia?
The median home value in Livonia is $281,100, about 2.6 times the typical yearly household income.
93,851 people live in Livonia. Numbers are typical (middle) values.