Au Gres, MI

Michigan

Au Gres is a small town in Michigan with a population of 982. Residents earn $65,852 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
982 Population 431/sq mi density
$65,852 Median Income $34,943 per capita
$154,300 Home Value $146,033 Zillow
$638 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$65,852 median income, 9.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,300 home value, $638/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,852
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population982
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density431/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$65,852
Per Capita$34,943
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$603M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,300
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$146,033
Rent Burden37.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Elevation586 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+89.3%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute32 min
Broadband95.8%
Libraries3

Is Au Gres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Au Gres receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Au Gres offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Au Gres is $65,852, 12% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Au Gres is $154,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Au Gres experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Au Gres has a population of 982 with a density of 431 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

982
Total Population
431
People / sq mi
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Au Gres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Au Gres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Au Gres is $65,852, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Au Gres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,852
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,943
Avg Weekly Wage$901
IRS Avg AGI$55,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)349
County GDP$603M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare41
Retail71
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,929
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Au Gres is $154,300, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,033.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,300
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$146,033

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,929
12% above US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Au Gres, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Au Gres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death11,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access47.5%
Healthcare Facilities41

Crime Rates: Au Gres vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Au Gres has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.7 inches
19% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation586 ft (179 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density431/sq mi
Coordinates44.0442°N, 83.6934°W
County FIPS26011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.6-point margin. 95.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density431/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants45
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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