Median Income
$49,738
34% lower than US avg
Home Value
$177,200
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$923
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.2%
15% higher than US avg
How Algonac Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,152
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density2,924/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
B
Median Income$49,738
Per Capita$28,659
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty14.2%
County GDP$54,177M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$177,200
Rent$923
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,518
Health
Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.6 in/yr
Elevation582 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute30 min
Libraries26
Is Algonac a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Algonac receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Algonac offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Algonac is $49,738, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Algonac is $177,200, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $923 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Algonac experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Algonac has a population of 4,152 with a density of 2,924 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic.
Population
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
The median household income in Algonac is $49,738, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,738 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,659 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,366 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,437 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.2% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 19,678 |
| County GDP | $54,177M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,797 |
| Healthcare | 2,734 |
| Retail | 2,687 |
| Manufacturing | 1,515 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,390 |
| 54% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.04% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
The median home value in Algonac is $177,200, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $923 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,518.
Home Values
| Census Median | $177,200 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $250,518 |
| Median List Price | $299,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $299,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $207 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.5% |
| Price Drops | 12.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $923 |
| 21% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,390 |
| 54% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.04% |
In Algonac, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.5% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Algonac vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.9% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.4% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 9.5% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.1% |
| Depression | 30.5% |
| Mental Distress | 21.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,360/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,734 |
Crime Rates: Algonac vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 55 |
Safety Score
Algonac has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.6 inches |
| 9% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 582 ft (177 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,924/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6209°N, 82.5339°W |
| County FIPS | 26099 |