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Wyandotte

Pop. 24,489·82nd most expensive in Michigan·Wyandotte rents are up 8.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,206/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.4%
Month-over-Month
-5.2%
vs US Median
-$759
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Wyandotte · $1,206
More affordable than 92% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
44/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% above what Wyandotte's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$1,206/mo
Expected by trend
$1,172/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$830
1 BR
$920
2 BR
$1,170
3 BR
$1,440
4 BR+
$1,550
Research median
$1,170/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
$14,472/yr
At $1,206/mo median
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Rents are softening (up only 8.4% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.4% YoY, -5.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Wyandotte, MI is majority owner-occupied, 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
24,489
Median income
$71,987
Median age
39.3
Renters
26.3%
Age distribution
19.2%
25.3%
22.8%
14.6%
18.1%
Under 1819.2%
18–3425.3%
35–5422.8%
55–6414.6%
65+18.1%
Gender
48.7%
51.3%
Male48.7%
Female51.3%
Race & ethnicity
86.3%
White86.3%
Black2.2%
Hispanic7.9%
Asian0.7%
Other2.8%
Education (25+)
35.7%
33.9%
22.7%
No HS diploma7.7%
HS diploma35.7%
Some college33.9%
Bachelor's+22.7%
Housing tenure
73.7%
26.3%
Owner73.7%
Renter26.3%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Wyandotte, MI has changed in 5 years

Rent
$980 → $1,206
up 23.1%
Income
$58,869 → $71,987
up 22.3%
Population
24,992 → 24,489
down 2.0%
Renter share
28.6% → 26.3%
-2.3 pts
Bachelor's+
20% → 22.7%
+2.7 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Wyandotte, MI has shifted from $980 to $1,206, up 23.1% since 2022. Household income in the area moved from $58,869 to $71,987 across the same window, up 22.3% versus 2021. Census counts show Wyandotte, MI losing about 503 residents over the five-year window, down 2.0% on net. The renter share has eased from 28.6% to 26.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 20% to 22.7% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Wyandotte, MI look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Wyandotte rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Wyandotte, MI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Wyandotte is $1,206/mo as of July 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 20% of local median household income ($71,987/yr), Wyandotte ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Wyandotte an affordable city for renters?

Wyandotte is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,206/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($71,987/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Wyandotte falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Wyandotte?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $48,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,206/mo in Wyandotte. The local median household income is $71,987/yr, meaning the typical Wyandotte household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Wyandotte?

Rent in Wyandotte has increased 8.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Wyandotte rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Wyandotte is one of the more affordable cities in Michigan for rent, ranking #82 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,206/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Wyandotte?

Ecorse is nearby and more affordable at $1,089/mo, which is $117 less than Wyandotte.

What percentage of Wyandotte residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.3% of Wyandotte households are renters, while 73.7% are owner-occupied. Wyandotte leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Wyandotte rent compare to the national average?

Wyandotte's median rent of $1,206/mo is $759 (39%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #82 out of 95 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,206/mo, rent takes ~20% of Wyandotte's median household income ($71,987/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4.25%
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