Median Income $55,893

26% lower than US avg

Home Value $171,900

39% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 35.1%

4% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.0%

9% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population92

Median Age54.5 yrs

Density230/mi²

Male / Female32% / 69%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans83.0%

Economy

Median Income$55,893

Per Capita$51,670

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$839M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$171,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$388,313

Housing Units162

Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity35.0%

Uninsured5.6%

Smoking11.8%

Depression27.9%

Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain33.7 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation613 ft (187 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.1%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+4.7%

School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%

Commute18 min

Broadband53.0%

Libraries1

Is Alden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alden receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Alden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alden is $55,893, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alden is $171,900, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Alden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches, including 132.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Alden has a population of 92 with a density of 230 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

230

People / sq mi

54.5yrs

Median Age

40% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.5%

Female 68.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Alden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alden is $55,893, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Alden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$55,893
	26% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$51,670
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,162
IRS Avg AGI	$56,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	388
County GDP	$839M

Business (County)

Restaurants	32
Healthcare	24
Retail	64
Manufacturing	8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,661
	33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.8 min
Drive Alone	35.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	31.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Alden is $171,900, 39% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $388,313.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$171,900
	39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$388,313

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	73.6%
Housing Units	162
Median Year Built	1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,661
	33% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.71%

In Alden, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.8% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.0%
	9% above US avg
Diabetes	8.0%
Heart Disease	4.5%
High Blood Pressure	28.4%
Asthma	12.0%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	7.8%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.8%
	16% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	18.7%
Depression	27.9%
Mental Distress	17.9%
Physical Distress	11.4%
Short Sleep	33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	87.5%
Uninsured	5.6%
	35% below US avg
Checkup Rate	78.3%
Dental Visits	72.8%
Premature Death	9,139/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	43.3%
Healthcare Facilities	24

Alden has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 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) 67°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	43.0°F
	20% below US avg
January Average	18°F (-8°C)
July Average	67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	33.7 inches
	11% below US avg
Snowfall	132.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	613 ft (187 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	230/sq mi
Coordinates	44.8792°N, 85.2730°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County FIPS	26079

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 35.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.9-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%

D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.1%
	4% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	4.7%
School Test Score	5.23

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	230/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	53.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	24
Restaurants	32
Retail Stores	64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.8 min
Drive Alone	35.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	31.0%

Alden, MI

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Alden a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Alden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Alden vs U.S. Average

Income: Alden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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