Allen, MI

Michigan

Allen is a small town in Michigan with a population of 212. Residents earn $61,667 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
212 Population 1,247/sq mi density
$61,667 Median Income $28,469 per capita
$121,400 Home Value $196,565 Zillow
$519 Median Rent 19.2% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$61,667 median income, 14.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,400 home value, $519/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,667
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,400
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $519
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.7%
308% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population212
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1,247/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,667
Per Capita$28,469
Unemployment14.7%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$2,202M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,400
Rent$519
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,565
Housing Units93
Rent Burden19.2%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking21.0%
Depression32.7%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+70.6%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute21 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries9

Is Allen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Allen receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Allen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Allen is $61,667, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Allen is $121,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $519 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Allen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Allen has a population of 212 with a density of 1,247 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

212
Total Population
1,247
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Allen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Allen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Allen is $61,667, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Allen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,667
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,469
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$58,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.7%
308% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$2,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare81
Retail123
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Allen is $121,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $519 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,565.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,565

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$519
55% below US avg
Rent Burden19.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.1%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Rate3.34%
In Allen, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 21.0% are current smokers. 32.7% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma12.5%
COPD10.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.0%
50% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression32.7%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits62.0%
Premature Death8,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities81
Allen has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,247/sq mi
Coordinates41.9580°N, 84.7684°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+70.6%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,247/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants71
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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