Hazel Park, MI vs Lincoln Park, MI

Lincoln Park is moderately more affordable than Hazel Park, with a 12.9% lower cost of living index. Hazel Park scores 83 compared to 73 for Lincoln Park, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hazel Park can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hazel Park is $1,221/month compared to $972/month in Lincoln Park — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lincoln Park is more affordable at $117,400 median vs $141,200.

Median household income in Hazel Park is $62,878 compared to $57,183 in Lincoln Park (+10%). The higher salaries in Hazel Park partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hazel Park spend roughly 23.3% of their income on rent, more than the 20.4% in Lincoln Park.