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Ahmeek, MI

Michigan

Ahmeek is a small town in Michigan with a population of 90. Residents earn $42,708 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
90 Population 1,286/sq mi density
$42,708 Median Income $30,920 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$42,708 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,708
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.3%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population90
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density1,286/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans81.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,708
Per Capita$30,920
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$77M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units97
Rent Burden23.4%

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking13.0%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation865 ft (264 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.3%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+19.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute16 min
Broadband53.0%

Is Ahmeek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ahmeek receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ahmeek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ahmeek is $42,708, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ahmeek is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Ahmeek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ahmeek has a population of 90 with a density of 1,286 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

90
Total Population
1,286
People / sq mi
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ahmeek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ahmeek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ahmeek is $42,708, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Ahmeek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,708
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,920
Avg Weekly Wage$684
IRS Avg AGI$67,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)85
County GDP$77M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Retail9
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ahmeek is $75,000, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.5%
Housing Units97
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Rate8.80%
In Ahmeek, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.0% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.0%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits71.6%
Premature Death6,845/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access76.7%
Ahmeek has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation865 ft (264 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,286/sq mi
Coordinates47.2984°N, 88.3971°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 38.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.8-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 12.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.3%
14% above US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+19.7%
School Test Score5.23
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,286/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Restaurants19
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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