Barryton, MI

Michigan

Barryton is a small town in Michigan with a population of 405. Residents earn $47,857 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
405 Population 422/sq mi density
$47,857 Median Income $22,300 per capita
$77,900 Home Value $138,809 Zillow
$763 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$47,857 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,900 home value, $763/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,857
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,900
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population405
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density422/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,857
Per Capita$22,300
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$1,626M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,900
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,809
Housing Units186
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking19.3%
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation978 ft (298 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute30 min
Broadband73.5%
Libraries6

Is Barryton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barryton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Barryton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barryton is $47,857, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barryton is $77,900, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Barryton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 61.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Barryton has a population of 405 with a density of 422 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).

Population

405
Total Population
422
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Barryton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Barryton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barryton is $47,857, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Barryton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,857
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,300
Avg Weekly Wage$869
IRS Avg AGI$60,778

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)696
County GDP$1,626M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare102
Retail151
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Barryton is $77,900, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,809.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,900
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,809
Median List Price$145,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$145,950
$/Sq Ft$145
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.4%
Housing Units186
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Effective Rate5.81%
In Barryton, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 30.4% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits61.6%
Premature Death8,230/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access57.6%
Healthcare Facilities102
Barryton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall61.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density422/sq mi
Coordinates43.7514°N, 85.1446°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30-point margin. 73.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density422/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.5%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants78
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

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