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Attica, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Attica is a small town in Michigan with a population of 863. Residents earn $41,981 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
863 Population 181/sq mi density
$41,981 Median Income $30,045 per capita
$184,900 Home Value $290,791 Zillow
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$41,981 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$184,900 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,981
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,900
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population863
Median Age61.7 yrs
Density181/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,981
Per Capita$30,045
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$3,258M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$184,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$290,791
Housing Units497
Rent Burden31.0%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking17.7%
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation880 ft (268 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+77.7%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute29 min
Broadband84.4%
Libraries13

Is Attica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Attica receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Attica offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Attica is $41,981, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Attica is $184,900, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Attica experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°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 31.9 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Attica has a population of 863 with a density of 181 people per square mile. The median age is 61.7 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%).

Population

863
Total Population
181
People / sq mi
61.7yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Attica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Attica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Attica is $41,981, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Attica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,981
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,045
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$68,575

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,724
County GDP$3,258M

Business (County)

Restaurants141
Healthcare207
Retail244
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,567
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone41.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Attica is $184,900, 34% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $290,791.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,900
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$290,791
Median List Price$145,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$145,000
$/Sq Ft$190
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.8%
Housing Units497
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,567
30% above US avg
Effective Rate2.47%
In Attica, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 29.0% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits63.5%
Premature Death8,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities207
Attica has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.9 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 Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation880 ft (268 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²)
Population Density181/sq mi
Coordinates43.0244°N, 83.1610°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26087
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.8-point margin. 84.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.3%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+77.7%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density181/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.4%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities207
Restaurants141
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone41.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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