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Alba, MI

Michigan

Alba is a small town in Michigan with a population of 304. Residents earn $91,458 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
304 Population 111/sq mi density
$91,458 Median Income $28,116 per capita
$48,600 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$91,458 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$48,600 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,458
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $48,600
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

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

People

Population304
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density111/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans16.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$91,458
Per Capita$28,116
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$563M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$48,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units157
Rent Burden29.8%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking17.2%
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,195 ft (364 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+6.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute19 min
Broadband97.4%
Libraries2

Is Alba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alba receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Alba offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alba is $91,458, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alba is $48,600, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Alba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Alba has a population of 304 with a density of 111 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

304
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Alba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Alba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alba is $91,458, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Alba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,458
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,116
Avg Weekly Wage$1,003
IRS Avg AGI$54,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above US avg
Establishments (County)278
County GDP$563M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare32
Retail56
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,786
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Alba is $48,600, 83% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$48,600
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.5%
Housing Units157
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,786
8% above US avg
Effective Rate7.79%
In Alba, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 30.0% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma12.2%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits67.9%
Premature Death8,506/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access74.7%
Healthcare Facilities32
Alba has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,195 ft (364 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates44.9786°N, 84.9695°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 97.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 32.5%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+6.6%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density111/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants45
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

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