Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
15%
Lansing
Lansing, MI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,017
Population
114,204
Renter Mix
50% Rent
A laidback atmosphere in Michigan’s capital city
Affordable
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Airport
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College Town
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River
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Historic
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Living in Lansing, Michigan combines state government energy, educational opportunities, and local culture in the heart of the Great Lakes State. The State Capitol building anchors the downtown area, while the Grand River and Red Cedar River frame the extensive Lansing River Trail system. Michigan State University in neighboring East Lansing enhances the area with its academic presence and Big Ten sporting events. The rental market currently shows moderate growth, with average rents ranging from $859 for studios to $1,660 for four-bedroom units, and an overall average rent of $981 showing a 3.1% annual increase.
Lansing's neighborhoods each offer distinct character, from Old Town's historic architecture and art galleries to the established Eastside neighborhood. REO Town, named after auto pioneer Ransom Eli Olds, showcases the city's automotive heritage through its architecture and museums. Outdoor spaces include the 102-acre Potter Park Zoo and the extensive river trail network. Housing options span from downtown apartments to homes in residential areas. Local landmarks include the Impression 5 Science Center, the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum, and the Michigan State Capitol, which welcomes visitors with its restored hand-painted ceilings and Victorian-era architecture. The city's event calendar features the Common Ground Music Festival and Silver Bells in the City, a holiday celebration that illuminates downtown each November.
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The Lansing skyline
The Michigan State Capitol was built in 1872
Demographics
Median Household Income
$47,516
Average: $60,084
Education
28,184
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
57,676
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
In Lansing, there are roughly the same number of renters and homeowners.
Renters
50%
Non-Renters
50%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Lansing, MI is $906 for a studio, $1,017 for one bedroom, $1,247 for two bedrooms, and $1,548 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lansing has increased by 1.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,017/month
657 Sq Ft
House
$1,495/month
995 Sq Ft
Condo
$928/month
607 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Lansing, MI is 8.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Lansing is 17.2% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $905 - $1,551. You can expect to pay 10.1% less for groceries, 3.2% more for utilities, and 10.9% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Lansing, MI is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
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Schools
Delta Center Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
501 Students
Public
Grades K-5
375 Students
Windemere Park Charter Academy
Public
Grades K-8
630 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
315 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
225 Students
Windemere Park Charter Academy
Public
Grades K-8
630 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
315 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,049 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
976 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
600 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,000 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,049 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
976 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,232 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
652 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Potter Park Zoo
- Impression 5 Science Center
- Fenner Nature Center
- W.J. Beal Botanical Garden
- Michigan State University Museum
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Capital Region International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.