How much does it cost to rent in Dewitt, MI?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Dewitt, MI is $1,924. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Dewitt cheaper than other Michigan cities?

Dewitt is one of the pricier cities in Michigan, ranking #17 out of 95 cities tracked at $1,924/mo.

When was Dewitt rent data last updated?

Dewitt rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · MI

Dewitt

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Pop. 4,777·17th most expensive in Michigan·Rental market data updated monthly for Dewitt, MI

Median rent (all units)

$1,924/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-8.2%

vs US Median

-$41

Falling (Monthly)

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Dewitt · $1,924

More expensive than 54% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

21% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,924/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$77,000/yr

Local median income

$110,341/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Dewitt's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$870

1 BR

$910

2 BR

$1,130

3 BR

$1,470

4 BR+

$1,500

Research median

$1,130/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$23,088/yr

At $1,924/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -8.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Dewitt, MI is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 51% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

4,777

Median income

$110,341

Median age

41.9

Renters

17.5%

Age distribution

24.7%

15.6%

27.6%

14.3%

17.9%

Under 1824.7%

18–3415.6%

35–5427.6%

55–6414.3%

65+17.9%

Gender

47%

53%

Male47%

Female53%

Race & ethnicity

87.8%

White87.8%

Black1.8%

Hispanic6.7%

Other3.7%

Education (25+)

17.5%

29.5%

51%

No HS diploma2%

HS diploma17.5%

Some college29.5%

Bachelor's+51%

Housing tenure

82.5%

17.5%

Owner82.5%

Renter17.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Dewitt, MI has changed in 5 years

Income

$90,382 → $110,341

up 22.1%

Population

4,755 → 4,777

up 0.5%

Renter share

21.8% → 17.5%

-4.3 pts

Bachelor's+

46.5% → 51%

+4.5 pts

Median age

44.8 → 41.9

-2.9 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $110,341 today, compared with $90,382 five years earlier. The renter share has eased from 21.8% to 17.5%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 46.5% to 51% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Dewitt on your salary?

At $1,924/mo, how Dewitt rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 25.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 35.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 31.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 17.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 13.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 38.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 42.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 34.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Dewitt rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Dewitt. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Dewitt, MI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Dewitt is $1,924/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $870/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,130/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $910/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,470/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($110,341/yr), Dewitt ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dewitt an affordable city for renters?

Dewitt is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,924/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($110,341/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dewitt falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Dewitt?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,924/mo in Dewitt. The local median household income is $110,341/yr, meaning the typical Dewitt household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dewitt?

Rent in Dewitt has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Dewitt rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Dewitt is one of the pricier cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #17 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,924/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dewitt?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Dewitt ($1,924/mo): Lansing ($1,230/mo), East Lansing ($1,261/mo), Marshall ($1,300/mo).

What percentage of Dewitt residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 17.5% of Dewitt households are renters, while 82.5% are owner-occupied. Dewitt leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.