Atlantic Mine, MI

Michigan

Atlantic Mine is a small town in Michigan with a population of 513. Residents earn $47,361 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
513 Population 466/sq mi density
$47,361 Median Income $21,546 per capita
$90,000 Home Value $210,679 Zillow
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$47,361 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,361
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population513
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density466/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,361
Per Capita$21,546
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$77M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$210,679
Housing Units227

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking12.8%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+84.2%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute16 min
Broadband82.3%

Is Atlantic Mine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atlantic Mine receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Atlantic Mine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Atlantic Mine is $47,361, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Atlantic Mine is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Atlantic Mine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Atlantic Mine has a population of 513 with a density of 466 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

513
Total Population
466
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.7%
Female 35.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Atlantic Mine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Atlantic Mine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atlantic Mine is $47,361, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Atlantic Mine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,361
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,546
Avg Weekly Wage$684
IRS Avg AGI$67,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)85
County GDP$77M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Retail9
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Atlantic Mine is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $210,679.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$210,679

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.6%
Housing Units227
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Rate7.33%
In Atlantic Mine, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Atlantic Mine vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits69.2%
Premature Death6,845/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access76.7%
Atlantic Mine has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density466/sq mi
Coordinates47.1037°N, 88.6281°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.8-point margin. 82.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 12.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+84.2%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density466/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.3%
Restaurants19
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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