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Baraga, MI
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Baraga, MI
At a Glance
How Baraga Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Baraga's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Baraga a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Baraga residents earn a median household income of $39,297 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $13,597. The unemployment rate stands at 1.5% (58% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 211 business establishments, including 21 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Baraga is $101,000 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $161,370. Median rent is $434/month, with 20.1% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Baraga reports 66 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,258/100K.
Education
7.2% of adults in Baraga hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Baraga has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.