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Applegate, MI

Michigan

Applegate is a small town in Michigan with a population of 251. Residents earn $62,667 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
251 Population 251/sq mi density
$62,667 Median Income $26,941 per capita
$93,800 Home Value $201,878 Zillow
$1,063 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$62,667 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,800 home value, $1,063/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,667
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,800
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population251
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density251/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,667
Per Capita$26,941
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$1,747M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,800
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,878
Housing Units109
Rent Burden19.0%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking18.7%
Depression30.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation741 ft (226 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute37 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries8

Is Applegate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Applegate receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Applegate offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Applegate is $62,667, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Applegate is $93,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Applegate experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Applegate has a population of 251 with a density of 251 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

251
Total Population
251
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Applegate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Applegate vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Applegate is $62,667, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Applegate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,667
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,941
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$57,237

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)879
County GDP$1,747M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare103
Retail134
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.3 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Applegate is $93,800, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,878.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,800
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,878

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,063
9% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.5%
Housing Units109
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
In Applegate, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 30.8% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression30.8%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death9,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access40.5%
Healthcare Facilities103
Applegate has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density251/sq mi
Coordinates43.3595°N, 82.6392°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density251/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants71
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.3 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

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