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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Saline, MI is $1,908. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Saline cheaper than other Michigan cities?

Saline is one of the pricier cities in Michigan, ranking #18 out of 95 cities tracked at $1,908/mo.

When was Saline rent data last updated?

Saline rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Saline

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Pop. 9,006·18th most expensive in Michigan·Rental market data updated monthly for Saline, MI

Median rent (all units)

$1,908/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+14.6%

vs US Median

-$57

Rising (Monthly)

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Saline · $1,908

More expensive than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

26% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,908/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$76,000/yr

Local median income

$88,346/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Saline's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,100

1 BR

$1,120

2 BR

$1,330

3 BR

$1,610

4 BR+

$1,810

Research median

$1,330/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

$22,896/yr

At $1,908/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +14.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Saline, MI is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 59.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

9,006

Median income

$88,346

Median age

46.7

Renters

30.8%

Age distribution

17.9%

17.2%

24.2%

12.1%

28.6%

Under 1817.9%

18–3417.2%

35–5424.2%

55–6412.1%

65+28.6%

Gender

49.8%

50.2%

Male49.8%

Female50.2%

Race & ethnicity

90.8%

White90.8%

Black0.9%

Hispanic4.6%

Asian0.8%

Other2.9%

Education (25+)

13.6%

24.4%

59.2%

No HS diploma2.8%

HS diploma13.6%

Some college24.4%

Bachelor's+59.2%

Housing tenure

69.2%

30.8%

Owner69.2%

Renter30.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Saline, MI has changed in 5 years

Income

$81,321 → $88,346

up 8.6%

Population

9,072 → 9,006

down 0.7%

Renter share

25.7% → 30.8%

+5.1 pts

Bachelor's+

54.7% → 59.2%

+4.5 pts

Median age

44.6 → 46.7

+2.1 yrs

Median household income rose from $81,321 to $88,346 between 2021 and 2024, a 8.6% shift. Renters now make up 30.8% of households, compared with 25.7% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 59.2% of adults here, versus 54.7% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Saline on your salary?

At $1,908/mo, how Saline rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 25.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 35.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 30.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 17.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 13.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 38% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 42.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 34.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Saline rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Saline, MI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Saline is $1,908/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,100/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,330/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,120/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,610/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($88,346/yr), Saline ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Saline an affordable city for renters?

Saline is considered affordable for renters. At $1,908/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($88,346/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Saline falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Saline?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,908/mo in Saline. The local median household income is $88,346/yr, meaning the typical Saline household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Saline?

Rent in Saline has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Saline rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Saline is one of the pricier cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #18 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,908/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Saline?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Saline ($1,908/mo): Adrian ($1,100/mo), Belleville ($1,372/mo), Ypsilanti ($1,435/mo).

What percentage of Saline residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.8% of Saline households are renters, while 69.2% are owner-occupied. Saline leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.