Special Interest
Housing in Shiawassee County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Shiawassee County averages $899/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 29% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Shiawassee County FMR Area are $832 for a studio, $859 for 1‑bedroom, $1,127 for 2‑bedroom, $1,510 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,661 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $228 increase for a 2-bedroom in Shiawassee County shows a 25% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Shiawassee County was 5.1% in 2024, compared to Michigan at 4.7% and the national rate of 4.0%.
