Housing in Macomb County

The inside story on rent prices
Source: US Census Bureau - ACS 5 Yr 2024

Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.

Rent in Macomb County averages $1,211/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 30% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.

HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Macomb County FMR Area are $1,085 for a studio, $1,206 for 1‑bedroom, $1,517 for 2‑bedroom, $1,853 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,009 for 4‑bedroom.

HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $306 increase for a 2-bedroom in Macomb County shows a 25% rise over that period.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Macomb County was 4.5% in 2024, compared to Michigan at 4.7% and the national rate of 4.0%.

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