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Marquette

Pop. 21,325·86th most expensive in Michigan·Marquette rents have dropped 26.5%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,179/mo
Year-over-Year
-26.5%
Month-over-Month
-20.1%
vs US Median
-$783
Falling (Monthly)
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Marquette · $1,179
More affordable than 93% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,179/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$47,000/yr
Local median income
$55,613/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Marquette's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$760
1 BR
$940
2 BR
$1,110
3 BR
$1,340
4 BR+
$1,760
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,110/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,179 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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$14,148/yr
At $1,179/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 26.5% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-26.5% YoY, -20.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Marquette, MI is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 48% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,325
Median income
$55,613
Median age
30.9
Renters
53.7%
Age distribution
45.7%
18%
16.8%
Under 189.8%
18–3445.7%
35–5418%
55–649.8%
65+16.8%
Gender
51.8%
48.2%
Male51.8%
Female48.2%
Race & ethnicity
89.3%
White89.3%
Black3.1%
Hispanic2.8%
Asian0.5%
Other4.3%
Education (25+)
20.3%
27.4%
48%
No HS diploma4.3%
HS diploma20.3%
Some college27.4%
Bachelor's+48%
Housing tenure
46.3%
53.7%
Owner46.3%
Renter53.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Marquette, MI has changed in 5 years

Income
$47,179 → $55,613
up 17.9%
Population
20,561 → 21,325
up 3.7%
Renter share
51.6% → 53.7%
+2.1 pts
Bachelor's+
46.1% → 48%
+1.9 pts
Median age
30.2 → 30.9
+0.7 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $55,613 today, compared with $47,179 five years earlier. The population has grown by 3.7% since 2021, moving from about 20,561 residents to roughly 21,325. Renters now make up 53.7% of households, compared with 51.6% five years ago.

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About renting in Marquette, MI

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Marquette is $1,179/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $760/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,110/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $940/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,340/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($55,613/yr), Marquette ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 26.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Marquette an affordable city for renters?

Marquette is considered affordable for renters. At $1,179/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($55,613/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Marquette falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Marquette?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $47,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,179/mo in Marquette. The local median household income is $55,613/yr, meaning the typical Marquette household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Marquette?

Rent in Marquette has decreased 26.5% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Marquette rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Marquette is one of the more affordable cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #86 out of 96 tracked cities at $1,179/mo.

What percentage of Marquette residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 53.7% of Marquette households are renters, while 46.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Marquette has a strong rental market.

How does Marquette rent compare to the national average?

Marquette's median rent of $1,179/mo is $783 (40%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #86 out of 96 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,179/mo, rent takes ~25% of Marquette's median household income ($55,613/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.25%
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