Haslett, MI vs Whitmore Lake, MI

Haslett is moderately more affordable than Whitmore Lake, with a 7.9% lower cost of living index. Haslett scores 87 compared to 95 for Whitmore Lake, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Whitmore Lake can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Haslett is $1,083/month compared to $1,268/month in Whitmore Lake — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Haslett is more affordable at $269,200 median vs $270,300.

Median household income in Haslett is $74,164 compared to $78,038 in Whitmore Lake (-5%). The higher salaries in Whitmore Lake partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Haslett spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, less than the 19.5% in Whitmore Lake.