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Beal City, MI

Michigan

Beal City is a small town in Michigan with a population of 312. Residents earn $73,333 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
312 Population 78/sq mi density
$73,333 Median Income $26,572 per capita
$200,600 Home Value $193,187 Zillow
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$73,333 median income, 14.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,600 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,333
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,600
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.1%
292% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population312
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density78/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans1.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,333
Per Capita$26,572
Unemployment14.1%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$3,266M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,187
Housing Units138
Rent Burden32.7%

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking17.9%
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation859 ft (262 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute20 min
Broadband86.5%
Libraries6

Is Beal City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beal City receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Beal City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beal City is $73,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 14.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beal City is $200,600, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Beal City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Beal City has a population of 312 with a density of 78 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

312
Total Population
78
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.7%
Female 67.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Beal City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Beal City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beal City is $73,333, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Beal City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,333
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,572
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$62,263

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.1%
292% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,405
County GDP$3,266M

Business (County)

Restaurants160
Healthcare213
Retail228
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,371
53% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Beal City is $200,600, 29% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,187.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,600
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,187

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.7%

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 Units138
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,371
53% above US avg
Effective Rate2.68%
In Beal City, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 29.4% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Beal City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,025
Dentists1:1,371
Mental Health1:258
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits61.7%
Premature Death9,503/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access77.2%
Healthcare Facilities213
Beal City has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 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) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation859 ft (262 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density78/sq mi
Coordinates43.6672°N, 84.9080°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.5-point margin. 86.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53%
D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 7.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density78/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.5%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants160
Retail Stores228

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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