Ashley, MI

Michigan

Ashley is a small town in Michigan with a population of 440. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
440 Population 564/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $27,670 per capita
$105,000 Home Value $191,516 Zillow
$875 Median Rent 22.2% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,000 home value, $875/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population440
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density564/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$27,670
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$1,982M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,000
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$191,516
Housing Units220
Rent Burden22.2%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking18.7%
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation671 ft (205 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+84.9%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute33 min
Broadband78.9%
Libraries6

Is Ashley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ashley receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ashley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ashley is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ashley is $105,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 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

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Ashley 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 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 38.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ashley has a population of 440 with a density of 564 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

440
Total Population
564
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ashley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ashley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ashley is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Ashley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,670
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$60,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)794
County GDP$1,982M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare106
Retail124
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Ashley is $105,000, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,516.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,000
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,516
Median List Price$199,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,000
$/Sq Ft$227
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden22.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.8%
Housing Units220
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Rate3.77%
In Ashley, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 30.2% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death8,638/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities106
Ashley 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 34.5 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall38.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation671 ft (205 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density564/sq mi
Coordinates43.1869°N, 84.4760°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.3-point margin. 78.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 31.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+84.9%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density564/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants73
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

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