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Howell

Pop. 10,021·11th most expensive in Michigan·Howell rents are up 6.9% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,068/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.9%
Month-over-Month
+1.9%
vs US Median
+$103
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Howell · $2,068
More expensive than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
48/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Howell's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$2,068/mo
Expected by trend
$2,046/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$990
1 BR
$1,250
2 BR
$1,450
3 BR
$2,030
4 BR+
$2,270
Research median
$1,450/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
$24,816/yr
At $2,068/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 6.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.9% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Howell, MI is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
10,021
Median income
$60,449
Median age
40.8
Renters
46.1%
Age distribution
15.9%
28.1%
22.2%
14.5%
19.2%
Under 1815.9%
18–3428.1%
35–5422.2%
55–6414.5%
65+19.2%
Gender
49.4%
50.6%
Male49.4%
Female50.6%
Race & ethnicity
89.9%
White89.9%
Black1.3%
Hispanic8.6%
Asian0.8%
Education (25+)
31.2%
31%
31.2%
No HS diploma6.6%
HS diploma31.2%
Some college31%
Bachelor's+31.2%
Housing tenure
53.9%
46.1%
Owner53.9%
Renter46.1%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Howell, MI has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,833 → $2,068
up 12.8%
Income
$52,569 → $60,449
up 15.0%
Population
10,025 → 10,021
up 0.0%
Renter share
53.7% → 46.1%
-7.6 pts
Bachelor's+
28.8% → 31.2%
+2.4 pts
Median age
35.5 → 40.8
+5.3 yrs

The median rent in Howell, MI stood at $1,833 in 2023 and currently runs about $2,068, reflecting a 12.8% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $60,449 today, compared with $52,569 five years earlier. Renters now make up 46.1% of households, compared with 53.7% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 31.2% of adults here, versus 28.8% in 2021. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2023.

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About renting in Howell, MI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Howell is $2,068/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $990/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,450/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,250/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,030/mo.

At 41% of local median household income ($60,449/yr), Howell ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Howell an affordable city for renters?

Howell is considered stretched for renters. At $2,068/mo, rent takes approximately 41% of the local median household income ($60,449/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Howell significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Howell?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,068/mo in Howell. The local median household income is $60,449/yr, meaning the typical Howell household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Howell?

Rent in Howell has increased 6.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Howell rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Howell is one of the pricier cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #11 out of 95 tracked cities at $2,068/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Howell?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Howell ($2,068/mo): Fenton ($1,444/mo), Superior ($1,954/mo).

What percentage of Howell residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.1% of Howell households are renters, while 53.9% are owner-occupied. Howell leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Howell rent compare to the national average?

Howell's median rent of $2,068/mo is $103 (5%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #11 out of 95 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
41%
STRETCHED

At $2,068/mo, rent takes ~41% of Howell's median household income ($60,449/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Howell 41%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.25%
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