Special Interest
Housing in Genesee County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Genesee County averages $989/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Michigan median of $1,129 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 32% of household income on rent, equal to the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Genesee County FMR Area are $793 for a studio, $929 for 1‑bedroom, $1,121 for 2‑bedroom, $1,380 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,625 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $132 increase for a 2-bedroom in Genesee County shows a 13% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Genesee County was 5.7% in 2024, compared to Michigan at 4.7% and the national rate of 4.0%.
