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Akron, MI

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Akron is a small town in Michigan with a population of 312. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
312 Population 332/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $30,025 per capita
$75,500 Home Value $121,829 Zillow
$869 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
759 Violent Crime/100K 2,532 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,500 home value, $869/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
759 violent crimes/100K (100% above avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,500
73% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 759/100K
100% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $869
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population312
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density332/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$30,025
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$1,769M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,500
Rent$869
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$121,829
Housing Units155
Rent Burden23.8%

Crime

F
Violent759/100K
Property2,532/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary1,519/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking16.3%
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation641 ft (195 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+86.5%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute34 min
Broadband73.6%
Libraries10

Is Akron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Akron receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Akron has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Akron is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Akron is $75,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $869 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 759 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,532 per 100,000, 29% above the national average.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Akron experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Akron has a population of 312 with a density of 332 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

312
Total Population
332
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Akron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Akron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Akron is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Akron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,025
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$56,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)921
County GDP$1,769M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare108
Retail136
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.1 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Akron is $75,500, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $869 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $121,829.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,500
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$121,829

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$869
25% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.1%
Housing Units155
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Rate4.83%
In Akron, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 29.5% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits66.9%
Premature Death9,016/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities108
Akron has a violent crime rate of 759 per 100,000 residents, 100% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,532 per 100,000 (29% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Akron vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent759.5/100K
100% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape759.5/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,531.7/100K
29% above US avg
Burglary1,519.0/100K
Theft1,012.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Akron has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation641 ft (195 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density332/sq mi
Coordinates43.5667°N, 83.5143°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 73.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+86.5%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density332/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.6%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants66
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Drive Alone75.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

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