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Amasa, MI

Michigan

Amasa is a small town in Michigan with a population of 262. Residents earn $35,536 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
262 Population 65/sq mi density
$35,536 Median Income $22,536 per capita
$56,900 Home Value
$333 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$35,536 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,900 home value, $333/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,536
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,900
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $333
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population262
Median Age67.0 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$35,536
Per Capita$22,536
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$420M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,900
Rent$333
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units216
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking16.0%
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,450 ft (442 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute18 min
Broadband54.1%
Libraries3

Is Amasa a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amasa is $35,536, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amasa is $56,900, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $333 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Amasa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Amasa has a population of 262 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The median age is 67.0 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

262
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
67.0yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Amasa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Amasa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amasa is $35,536, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Amasa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,536
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,536
Avg Weekly Wage$864
IRS Avg AGI$53,815

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)392
County GDP$420M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare28
Retail50
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,533
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone36.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Amasa is $56,900, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $333 (71% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,900
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$333
71% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.4%
Housing Units216
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,533
30% above US avg
Effective Rate7.97%
In Amasa, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 29.9% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma12.4%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits65.3%
Premature Death10,774/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access82.3%
Healthcare Facilities28
Amasa has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.4 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.9°F
28% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.4 inches
18% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,450 ft (442 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates46.2288°N, 88.4582°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.3-point margin. 54.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.1%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 29.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants38
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone36.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.7%

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