salaryRent is lower than in 89% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs under 3 years of household income, which is easy by U.S. standards. Commutes are short, about 17.6 minutes. Most households rent (55%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $39,320 a year. That is $19 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Michigan cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of Michigan. It is number 34 of 179 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Muskegon Heights?
Share of households by yearly income. 3.9% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Muskegon Heights
| Size | Muskegon Heights | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $801 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,015 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,044 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,350 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Muskegon Heights overall?
Everyday prices in Michigan overall are 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.2, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024. City-level data is not published for Muskegon Heights, so the Michigan figure is shown.
Taxes and bills in Muskegon Heights
Life in Muskegon Heights
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Muskegon Heights?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $511 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $68,000 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $6,800 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Muskegon Heights, MI?
Renting in Muskegon Heights costs a median of about $983 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Michigan median is $1,314.
How much do I need to make to live in Muskegon Heights?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $39,320 a year, or $19 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Muskegon Heights cheap or expensive?
Muskegon Heights is rated Expensive: rent takes 31.0% of the typical household income of $38,005. It ranks 34th cheapest of 179 Michigan cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Muskegon Heights?
The median homeowner in Muskegon Heights pays $1,194 a year in property taxes, about 1.76% of the median home value.
Is Muskegon Heights more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in Michigan are 4% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Muskegon Heights?
The median home value in Muskegon Heights is $68,000, about 1.8 times the typical yearly household income.
9,841 people live in Muskegon Heights. Numbers are typical (middle) values.