Almont, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Almont is a small town in Michigan with a population of 2,830. Residents earn $81,511 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,830 Population 2,096/sq mi density
$81,511 Median Income $38,794 per capita
$233,100 Home Value $343,917 Zillow
$889 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
225 Violent Crime/100K 2,661 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$81,511 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$233,100 home value, $889/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
225 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,511
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $233,100
17% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 225/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $889
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,830
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density2,096/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,511
Per Capita$38,794
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$143,144M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$233,100
Rent$889
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$343,917

Crime

F
Violent225/100K
Property2,661/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault150/100K
Burglary300/100K

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation849 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute31 min
EV Stations2
Libraries40

Is Almont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Almont receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Almont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Almont is $81,511, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Almont is $233,100, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $889 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Almont is below the national average at 225 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,661 per 100,000, 36% above the national average.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Almont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 36.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Almont has a population of 2,830 with a density of 2,096 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

2,830
Total Population
2,096
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Almont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.5%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.5%
29% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Almont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Almont is $81,511, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Almont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,511
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,794
Avg Weekly Wage$1,498
IRS Avg AGI$117,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)43,047
County GDP$143,144M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,099
Healthcare5,524
Retail4,518
Manufacturing1,635

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home16.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Almont is $233,100, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $889 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $343,917.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$233,100
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$343,917
Median List Price$399,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,900
$/Sq Ft$224
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$889
24% 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

Owner-Occupied89.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Rate3.59%
In Almont, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death6,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access96.4%
Healthcare Facilities5,524
Almont has a violent crime rate of 225 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,661 per 100,000 (36% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Almont vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent224.9/100K
41% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape75.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault149.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,661.2/100K
36% above US avg
Burglary299.9/100K
Theft2,248.9/100K
Vehicle Theft112.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Almont has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall36.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation849 ft (259 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density2,096/sq mi
Coordinates42.9208°N, 83.0435°W
County FIPS26125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.8%
D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 10.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,096/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries40
Healthcare Facilities5,524
Restaurants3,099
Retail Stores4,518

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home16.4%

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