Cost of Living in Port Huron, MI
Population: 28,724 • 2026 Data
$49,377
Median Household Income
-36% vs national
$972
Median Monthly Rent
-28% vs national
$136,000
Median Home Value
-60% vs national
9.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Port Huron
The median home value in Port Huron, MI is $136,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $972, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $914.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Port Huron, MI is $49,377. The unemployment rate stands at 9.3%, with a labor force of 13,874 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.