Cost of Living in Colony Farm, Kalamazoo, MI

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3%
Overall NAT. AVG.
5%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
1%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Colony Farm Kalamazoo Michigan
Cost of living978891
Groceries959598
Health care999997
Housing997076
Transportation949496
Utilities9898100
Lifestyle & Entertainment959596
Household Items10010098
Education & Childcare909095
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Colony Farm is 6% higher than the Kalamazoo average
  • The cost of living in Colony Farm is 3% lower than the national average
  • Colony Farm housing is 1% lower than the national average
  • Michigan general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • Michigan state income tax is 64% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Household$96,666$8,056$2,255$2,900

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      Michigan 4.25% 4.25%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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