Cost of Living in Kalamazoo, MI
Population: 73,132 • 2026 Data
$48,965
Median Household Income
-37% vs national
$1,031
Median Monthly Rent
-24% vs national
$164,500
Median Home Value
-51% vs national
6.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Kalamazoo
The median home value in Kalamazoo, MI is $164,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,031, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $996.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Kalamazoo, MI is $48,965. The unemployment rate stands at 6.9%, with a labor force of 39,998 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.