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Arcadia, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Arcadia is a small town in Michigan with a population of 123. Residents earn $83,333 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
123 Population 205/sq mi density
$83,333 Median Income $67,091 per capita
$256,800 Home Value $379,750 Zillow
$967 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$83,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$256,800 home value, $967/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
45.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,333
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $256,800
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.8%
36% higher than US avg
Median Rent $967
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population123
Median Age69.2 yrs
Density205/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,333
Per Capita$67,091
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$741M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$256,800
Rent$967
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$379,750
Housing Units318
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking14.4%
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation599 ft (183 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.8%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+18.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute18 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries4

Is Arcadia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arcadia receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Arcadia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arcadia is $83,333, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arcadia is $256,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $967 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Arcadia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Arcadia has a population of 123 with a density of 205 people per square mile. The median age is 69.2 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

123
Total Population
205
People / sq mi
69.2yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Arcadia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arcadia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arcadia is $83,333, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Arcadia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,333
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$67,091
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$72,228

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)483
County GDP$741M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare34
Retail65
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,350
139% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Arcadia is $256,800, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $967 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $379,750.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,800
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$379,750

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$967
17% 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-Occupied92.9%
Housing Units318
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,350
139% above US avg
Effective Rate3.25%
In Arcadia, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 30.4% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma12.1%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep32.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits72.8%
Premature Death9,354/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities34
Arcadia has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation599 ft (183 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density205/sq mi
Coordinates44.4927°N, 86.2365°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26019
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 45.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.7-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 8.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.8%
36% above US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+18.2%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density205/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants67
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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