Akron, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Tuscola County County
Akron, MI
At a Glance
How Akron Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Akron's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Akron a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Akron residents earn a median household income of $57,500 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,025. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 921 business establishments, including 66 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Akron is $75,500 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $135,173. Median rent is $869/month, with 23.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Safety & Crime
Akron reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 272/100K.
Education
5.9% of adults in Akron hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below the national average). 86.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Akron has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.