Hazel Park, MI vs Midland, MI

Midland is moderately more affordable than Hazel Park, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Hazel Park scores 83 compared to 78 for Midland, 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 $990/month in Midland — a 23% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Midland has cheaper rent, Hazel Park actually has lower median home values ($141,200 vs $192,400).

Median household income in Hazel Park is $62,878 compared to $74,906 in Midland (-16.1%). Midland offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hazel Park spend roughly 23.3% of their income on rent, more than the 15.9% in Midland.