Barnes Lake, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Barnes Lake is a small town in Michigan with a population of 468. Residents earn $75,585 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
468 Population 302/sq mi density
$75,585 Median Income $31,053 per capita
$212,300 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,585 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$212,300 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,585
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $212,300
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.9%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population468
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density302/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans17.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,585
Per Capita$31,053
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$3,258M
Commute61 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$212,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units363

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking17.9%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation805 ft (245 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.9%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+15.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute61 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries13

Is Barnes Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barnes Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Barnes Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barnes Lake is $75,585, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 61 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barnes Lake is $212,300, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Barnes Lake 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.

Barnes Lake has a population of 468 with a density of 302 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

468
Total Population
302
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Barnes Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Barnes Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barnes Lake is $75,585, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 61 minutes.

Income: Barnes Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,585
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,053
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$68,575

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% 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 Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time61.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Barnes Lake is $212,300, 25% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$212,300
25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$186
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

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-Occupied95.2%
Housing Units363
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,567
30% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Barnes Lake, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 28.5% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Barnes Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits65.0%
Premature Death8,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities207
Barnes Lake 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

Elevation805 ft (245 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density302/sq mi
Coordinates43.1828°N, 83.3033°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26087
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 35.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.8-point margin. 100.0% 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+35.9%
7% above US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+15.1%
School Test Score5.23
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density302/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities207
Restaurants141
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute61.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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