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Port Huron

Pop. 28,620·95th most expensive in Michigan·Port Huron rents have dropped 9.1%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,005/mo
Year-over-Year
-9.1%
Month-over-Month
-3.0%
vs US Median
-$957
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Port Huron · $1,005
More affordable than 98% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
24% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,005/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$40,000/yr
Local median income
$50,366/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Port Huron's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$830
1 BR
$920
2 BR
$1,170
3 BR
$1,440
4 BR+
$1,550
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,170/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,005 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 →

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$12,060/yr
At $1,005/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 9.1% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-9.1% YoY, -3.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Port Huron, MI is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
28,620
Median income
$50,366
Median age
38.6
Renters
38.3%
Age distribution
21.5%
24.8%
23.5%
12.2%
18%
Under 1821.5%
18–3424.8%
35–5423.5%
55–6412.2%
65+18%
Gender
48.9%
51.1%
Male48.9%
Female51.1%
Race & ethnicity
81.5%
White81.5%
Black6.6%
Hispanic6.3%
Asian1.1%
Other4.4%
Education (25+)
12%
34.4%
35.4%
18.1%
No HS diploma12%
HS diploma34.4%
Some college35.4%
Bachelor's+18.1%
Housing tenure
61.7%
38.3%
Owner61.7%
Renter38.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Port Huron, MI has changed in 5 years

Income
$45,623 → $50,366
up 10.4%
Population
29,009 → 28,620
down 1.3%
Renter share
41.2% → 38.3%
-2.9 pts
Bachelor's+
18% → 18.1%
+0.1 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Port Huron, MI now reports about $50,366, up from $45,623 in 2021. The population has contracted by 1.3% since 2021, moving from about 29,009 residents to roughly 28,620. Renters now make up 38.3% of households, compared with 41.2% five years ago.

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At $1,005/mo, how Port Huron rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Port Huron rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Port Huron, MI

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Port Huron is $1,005/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $830/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,170/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $920/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,440/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($50,366/yr), Port Huron ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 9.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Port Huron an affordable city for renters?

Port Huron is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,005/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($50,366/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Port Huron falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Port Huron?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $40,000/year (~$19/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,005/mo in Port Huron. The local median household income is $50,366/yr, meaning the typical Port Huron household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Port Huron?

Rent in Port Huron has decreased 9.1% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Port Huron rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Port Huron is one of the more affordable cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #95 out of 96 tracked cities at $1,005/mo.

What percentage of Port Huron residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.3% of Port Huron households are renters, while 61.7% are owner-occupied. Port Huron leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Port Huron rent compare to the national average?

Port Huron's median rent of $1,005/mo is $957 (49%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #95 out of 96 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,005/mo, rent takes ~24% of Port Huron's median household income ($50,366/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Port Huron 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.25%
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