Baroda, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Baroda is a small town in Michigan with a population of 934. Residents earn $65,160 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
934 Population 1,297/sq mi density
$65,160 Median Income $35,630 per capita
$153,600 Home Value $246,498 Zillow
$1,013 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$65,160 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,600 home value, $1,013/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,160
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,600
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.8%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,013
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population934
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density1,297/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,160
Per Capita$35,630
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$9,718M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,600
Rent$1,013
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$246,498
Rent Burden18.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation638 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.8%
High School+90.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute22 min
Broadband73.8%
Libraries14

Is Baroda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baroda receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Baroda stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baroda is $65,160, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baroda is $153,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,013 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Baroda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 62.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Baroda has a population of 934 with a density of 1,297 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

934
Total Population
1,297
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Baroda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baroda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baroda is $65,160, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Baroda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,160
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,630
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$80,573

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,096
County GDP$9,718M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare432
Retail544
Manufacturing268

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,061
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Baroda is $153,600, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,013 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,498.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,600
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$246,498

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$141
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio101.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,013
13% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,061
102% above US avg
Effective Rate4.60%
In Baroda, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death9,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access79.6%
Healthcare Facilities432

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Baroda has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall62.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation638 ft (194 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,297/sq mi
Coordinates41.9540°N, 86.4880°W
County FIPS26021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 73.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 45.4%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.8%
18% below US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,297/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.8%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities432
Restaurants391
Retail Stores544

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.3%

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