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Eastpointe

Pop. 33,982·62nd most expensive in Michigan·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,408/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.8%
Month-over-Month
-2.6%
vs US Median
-$557
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Eastpointe · $1,408
More affordable than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
66/100
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Rents are 8% below what Eastpointe's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,408/mo
Expected by trend
$1,530/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,070
1 BR
$1,180
2 BR
$1,490
3 BR
$1,830
4 BR+
$1,980
Research median
$1,490/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
$16,896/yr
At $1,408/mo median
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Rents are softening (up only 2.8% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.8% YoY, -2.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Eastpointe, MI is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
33,982
Median income
$62,325
Median age
36.1
Renters
29.7%
Age distribution
24.1%
23.6%
26.1%
12.8%
13.4%
Under 1824.1%
18–3423.6%
35–5426.1%
55–6412.8%
65+13.4%
Gender
47.4%
52.6%
Male47.4%
Female52.6%
Race & ethnicity
36.2%
55.3%
White36.2%
Black55.3%
Hispanic1.6%
Asian0.7%
Other6.3%
Education (25+)
31.4%
42.5%
15.2%
No HS diploma10.9%
HS diploma31.4%
Some college42.5%
Bachelor's+15.2%
Housing tenure
70.3%
29.7%
Owner70.3%
Renter29.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Eastpointe, MI has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,093 → $1,408
up 28.8%
Income
$52,269 → $62,325
up 19.2%
Population
34,148 → 33,982
down 0.5%
Renter share
31.5% → 29.7%
-1.8 pts
Bachelor's+
15.2% → 15.2%
+0.0 pts
Median age
37.9 → 36.1
-1.8 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Eastpointe, MI has increased from $1,093 to $1,408, a 28.8% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in Eastpointe, MI now reports about $62,325, up from $52,269 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 29.7% of households, compared with 31.5% five years ago. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Eastpointe, MI reflects that arc in its own way.

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Eastpointe rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Eastpointe, MI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Eastpointe is $1,408/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,070/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,490/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,180/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,830/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($62,325/yr), Eastpointe ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Eastpointe an affordable city for renters?

Eastpointe is considered affordable for renters. At $1,408/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($62,325/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Eastpointe falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Eastpointe?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $56,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,408/mo in Eastpointe. The local median household income is $62,325/yr, meaning the typical Eastpointe household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Eastpointe?

Rent in Eastpointe has increased 2.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Eastpointe rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Eastpointe is middle-of-the-pack for Michigan for rent, ranking #62 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,408/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Eastpointe?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Eastpointe ($1,408/mo): Roseville ($1,313/mo), Fraser ($1,400/mo).

What percentage of Eastpointe residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29.7% of Eastpointe households are renters, while 70.3% are owner-occupied. Eastpointe leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Eastpointe rent compare to the national average?

Eastpointe's median rent of $1,408/mo is $557 (28%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #62 out of 95 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,408/mo, rent takes ~27% of Eastpointe's median household income ($62,325/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Eastpointe 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.25%
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