Cost of Living in Okemos, MI
Population: 25,503 • 2026 Data
$97,603
Median Household Income
+26% vs national
$1,250
Median Monthly Rent
-7% vs national
$336,800
Median Home Value
-1% vs national
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Okemos
The median home value in Okemos, MI is $336,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,250, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,400.
Rent-to-income ratio: 15.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Okemos, MI is $97,603. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3%, with a labor force of 13,383 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.