Fenton, MI vs Otsego, MI

Otsego is moderately more affordable than Fenton, with a 14.8% lower cost of living index. Fenton scores 92 compared to 80 for Otsego, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fenton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fenton is $1,323/month compared to $1,133/month in Otsego — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Otsego is more affordable at $155,500 median vs $211,700.

Median household income in Fenton is $83,077 compared to $76,944 in Otsego (+8%). The higher salaries in Fenton partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Fenton spend roughly 19.1% of their income on rent, more than the 17.7% in Otsego.