Addison, MI

Michigan

Addison is a small town in Michigan with a population of 585. Residents earn $53,056 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
585 Population 609/sq mi density
$53,056 Median Income $25,443 per capita
$132,700 Home Value $241,641 Zillow
$668 Median Rent 22.9% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$53,056 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,700 home value, $668/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,056
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,700
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $668
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.7%
67% higher than US avg

How Addison Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population585
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density609/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$53,056
Per Capita$25,443
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty20.7%
County GDP$2,202M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,700
Rent$668
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,641
Rent Burden22.9%

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain30.0 in/yr
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+88.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute28 min
Broadband92.6%
Libraries9

Is Addison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Addison receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Addison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Addison is $53,056, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Addison is $132,700, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $668 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Addison experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Addison has a population of 585 with a density of 609 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%).

Population

585
Total Population
609
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Addison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Addison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Addison is $53,056, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Addison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,056
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,443
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$58,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.7%
67% above US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$2,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare81
Retail123
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Addison is $132,700, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $668 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,641.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,700
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$241,641

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$83
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$668
43% below US avg
Rent Burden22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Rate3.05%
In Addison, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Addison vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death8,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities81
Addison has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.0 inches
21% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density609/sq mi
Coordinates41.9859°N, 84.3491°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin. 92.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density609/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.6%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants71
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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