Eaton Rapids, MI vs Fennville, MI

Fennville is moderately more affordable than Eaton Rapids, with a 7.8% lower cost of living index. Eaton Rapids scores 73 compared to 67 for Fennville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Eaton Rapids can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Eaton Rapids is $944/month compared to $791/month in Fennville — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fennville is more affordable at $128,900 median vs $140,600.

Median household income in Eaton Rapids is $63,618 compared to $65,268 in Fennville (-2.5%). Fennville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Eaton Rapids spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, more than the 14.5% in Fennville.