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Relocate

A Lifestyle That Checks All the Boxes

Considering a move to Michigan? You probably have a lot of questions — including which neighborhoods best fit your lifestyle, where the top schools are located, and how the does cost of living compare?

Michigan is home to high-ranking K-12 schools and top universities, leading healthcare providers, and award-winning, inclusive communities. No matter what you’re looking for, the tools below will help guide you in your decision so you can start living your best life in Michigan.

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Find Your Place in Michigan

Answer a few quick questions to discover Michigan’s most amazing places to live.

Take the Quiz

Cost of Living Calculator

With a cost of living below the national average and a fraction of what you’ll find in other tech hubs like San Francisco or Austin, your paycheck goes further in Michigan.

Compare Your Living Expenses to Michigan

Healthcare

Taking care of your health is a team sport. Michigan’s growing healthcare sector is filled with nationally recognized hospitals like the University of Michigan Hospital and the Medical Mile in Grand Rapids.

Checkup on Michigan Healthcare

Housing

Whether you’re looking for a cozy cottage near the lake, a loft in a vibrant downtown community or a family-ready home in a suburban city, Michigan cities, including Detroit, Grand Rapids and Ann Arbor, are home to a plethora of family friendly options.

Find Your Dream Home in Michigan

Climate Sustainability

Michigan has been recognized as one of the top states for sustainable development, with a strong commitment to green energy practices and social responsibility.

Enjoy Cleaner Living in the Great Lakes State

K-12 Education

Private and public schools in Michigan are preparing students for the jobs of the future with STEM training, low teacher-to-student ratios and access to technical training.

Explore Michigan’s Diverse Education System

Inclusion

Michigan is welcoming to all. The state’s government leaders have enacted laws to protect the state’s most vulnerable communities while creating initiatives to include each resident in every facet of economic prosperity — from small business ownership to equitable pay.

Feel the Difference

Getting Around

Michigan has built a strong transportation network spanning all major modes, including 18 commercial airports and public transportation in all 83 counties.

Learn About Michigan’s Transportation Options

Family Friendly

From Traverse City to Ann Arbor, Michigan communities offer safe neighborhoods, a strong sense of place and four beautiful seasons of year-round activities that are sure to entertain the entire family.

See Why Michigan is Great for Families

What’s Up in Michigan?

Stay up to date with the latest news from Michigan.

News

Grand Rapids named #1 City on the Rise

LinkedIn identified 25 emerging metro areas where hiring is accelerating, job postings are surging and talent migration is reshaping local economies to create their inaugural list of Cities on the Rise. The ranking spotlights mid-size U.S. cities with vibrant job markets and growing professional communities. Underneath each city’s mention, you can explore the top hiring […]

Meet the Ann Arbor Region: Family-Friendly College Town with an Entrepreneurial Spirit

Home to a dynamic tech sector, cutting-edge startups and one of the world’s leading research universities, the Ann Arbor region is full of bold ideas and big opportunities. Built around a dense, thriving downtown, you’ll find tree-lined neighborhoods, riverfront parks, global cuisine and a thriving arts scene. Whether you’re launching a company, building your career […]

Meet the Traverse City Region: Work-Life Balance on the Fresh Coast

Traverse City and the surrounding Northwest Michigan region are home to a fast-growing tech and start-up ecosystem, as well as strong, established tourism, wine, and agricultural industries. Residents enjoy a lifestyle with quick access to freshwater coastline, scenic trails and unique downtowns — paired with a nationally-recognized food and wine scene. It’s a region where […]