Bad Axe, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Huron County County
Bad Axe, MI
At a Glance
How Bad Axe Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bad Axe's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bad Axe a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bad Axe residents earn a median household income of $47,535 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,164. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 999 business establishments, including 93 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bad Axe is $106,700 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $177,857. Median rent is $731/month, with 24.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
Bad Axe reports 371 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 2% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,384/100K.
Education
20.0% of adults in Bad Axe hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below the national average). 87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bad Axe has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.