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

As of August 2026, the median monthly rent in Livonia, MI is $1,694. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Livonia cheaper than other Michigan cities?

Livonia is one of the pricier cities in Michigan, ranking #30 out of 96 cities tracked at $1,694/mo.

When was Livonia rent data last updated?

Livonia rent data reflects August 2026 and was last refreshed on August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

What is the Fair Market Rent in Livonia, MI?

HUD sets the Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom home in Livonia, MI at $1,570 per month, which is 7% below the $1,694 market median. Fair Market Rent is the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) payment standard. It is a 40th-percentile gross rent that includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash, and HUD updates it once a year, so it measures something different from current market asking rent.

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Livonia

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Pop. 93,851·30th most expensive in Michigan·Rental market data updated monthly for Livonia, MI

Median rent (all units)

$1,694/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.1%

Month-over-Month

+1.9%

vs US Median

-$268

Rising (Monthly)

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Livonia · $1,694

More affordable than 62% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo

Rent Reality Score

60/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Livonia's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,694/mo

Expected by trend

$1,779/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Livonia's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,130

1 BR

$1,240

2 BR

$1,570

3 BR

$1,920

4 BR+

$2,080

Fair Market Rent (HUD)

$1,570/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,694 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost

$20,328/yr

At $1,694/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.1% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.1% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Livonia, MI is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 41.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

93,851

Median income

$98,460

Median age

44.8

Renters

12.8%

Age distribution

18.7%

20.1%

23.4%

15.5%

22.3%

Under 1818.7%

18–3420.1%

35–5423.4%

55–6415.5%

65+22.3%

Gender

49.7%

50.3%

Male49.7%

Female50.3%

Race & ethnicity

83.7%

White83.7%

Black4.4%

Hispanic4.4%

Asian4%

Other3.5%

Education (25+)

22.1%

31.6%

41.9%

No HS diploma4.5%

HS diploma22.1%

Some college31.6%

Bachelor's+41.9%

Housing tenure

87.2%

12.8%

Owner87.2%

Renter12.8%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Livonia, MI has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,310 → $1,694

up 29.3%

Income

$86,331 → $98,460

up 14.0%

Population

95,294 → 93,851

down 1.5%

Renter share

12.9% → 12.8%

-0.1 pts

Bachelor's+

38.3% → 41.9%

+3.6 pts

Median age

45.3 → 44.8

-0.5 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Livonia, MI has climbed from $1,310 to $1,694, a 29.3% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in Livonia, MI now reports about $98,460, up from $86,331 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 1.5% since 2021, moving from about 95,294 residents to roughly 93,851. College-educated residents now make up 41.9% of adults here, versus 38.3% in 2021. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Livonia, MI reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Livonia on your salary?

At $1,694/mo, how Livonia rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 22.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 31.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 15.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 12% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 33.7% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 37.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 30.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Livonia rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Livonia

About renting in Livonia, MI

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Livonia is $1,694/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,130/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,570/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,240/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,920/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($98,460/yr), Livonia ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Livonia an affordable city for renters?

Livonia is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,694/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($98,460/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Livonia falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Livonia?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,694/mo in Livonia. The local median household income is $98,460/yr, meaning the typical Livonia household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Livonia?

Rent in Livonia has increased 2.1% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Livonia rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Livonia is one of the pricier cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #30 out of 96 tracked cities at $1,694/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Livonia?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Livonia ($1,694/mo): Wayne ($1,258/mo), Inkster ($1,268/mo), Westland ($1,288/mo).

What percentage of Livonia residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 12.8% of Livonia households are renters, while 87.2% are owner-occupied. Livonia leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Livonia rent compare to the national average?

Livonia's median rent of $1,694/mo is $268 (14%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #30 out of 96 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,694/mo, rent takes ~21% of Livonia's median household income ($98,460/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Livonia 21%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.25%

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