Cost of Living in Springfield, MI
Population 5,295 · Michigan · Data vintage 2023
(100 = US avg)
At $43,681, median household incomes in Springfield land roughly 41% below the US median, a gap that tends to persist across local labor-market indicators. Around 22% of residents live below the federal poverty line, a rate that tends to correlate with the income and housing figures above.
Geographically, Springfield is about 45 miles southwest of Lansing, the nearest large metro. Median home values run roughly 12% lower than Lansing's $119,000.
Cost Overview
Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.
About the Cost of Living in Springfield
The median home value in Springfield is $105,300 — 65% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $851/month, 35% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $43,681/year is 41% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 10.9%, above the national average of 4.8%. Michigan's top state income tax rate is 4.3% and the combined sales tax is 6.0%. The climate averages highs of 58.5°F and lows of 40.1°F. Overall, Springfield has a cost of living index of 47 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 53% less expensive.
Springfield has limited residential data
Detailed housing and income data is limited for this location. Here are the nearest cities with full cost of living data:
🏠 Housing
HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom
💰 Estimated Monthly Budget
Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.
🛒 Food & Groceries
National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.
🚗 Transportation
Commute Mode
⚡ Utilities
📋 Taxes
💼 Income & Employment
🎓 Education
👥 Demographics
🌤 Climate
NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 31 | 34 | 45 | 59 | 70 | 79 | 83 | 81 | 74 | 61 | 47 | 36 |
| Low °F | 17 | 19 | 27 | 37 | 49 | 58 | 62 | 61 | 53 | 42 | 32 | 24 |
| Precip" | 1.58 | 1.21 | 1.67 | 2.88 | 3.72 | 3.41 | 3.35 | 3.36 | 3.23 | 3.55 | 2.13 | 1.43 |
🏫 Schools
NCES CCD 2019 — public school district data
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of living in Springfield, MI?
Springfield has a cost index of 47 (100 = national average). It is 53% below the national average.
What is average rent in Springfield, MI?
The median gross rent in Springfield is $851 per month based on 2023 Census data.
What is the average home price in Springfield?
The median home value in Springfield is $105,300 according to Zillow and Census data.
What is the median income in Springfield?
The median household income in Springfield is $43,681 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).
What is the sales tax in Springfield, MI?
The combined state and local sales tax rate in Springfield is 6.0%. The Michigan state income tax top rate is 4.3%.
Is Springfield, MI affordable?
Yes, Springfield is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 47 — about 53% below the US national average of 100.
What is the weather like in Springfield?
Springfield has average high temperatures of 58.5°F and average lows of 40.1°F. Annual precipitation is 31.5". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.
Springfield at a Glance
- Population
- 5,295
- Median Income
- $43,681
- Home Value
- $105,300
- Median Rent
- $851/mo
- Unemployment
- 10.9%
- Avg High Temp
- 58.5°F
- Sales Tax
- 6.0%
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