Beaverton, MI

Michigan

Beaverton is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,036. Residents earn $31,625 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,036 Population 977/sq mi density
$31,625 Median Income $23,482 per capita
$102,900 Home Value $173,129 Zillow
$625 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
377 Violent Crime/100K 1,695 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$31,625 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$102,900 home value, $625/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
377 violent crimes/100K (1% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,625
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,900
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 377/100K
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,036
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density977/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,625
Per Capita$23,482
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$699M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,900
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,129

Crime

F
Violent377/100K
Property1,695/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault377/100K
Burglary282/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Elevation723 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+84.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute30 min
Libraries2

Is Beaverton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beaverton receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Beaverton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beaverton is $31,625, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 9.6% 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 Beaverton is $102,900, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Beaverton is below the national average at 377 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,695 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Beaverton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches, including 48.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Beaverton has a population of 1,036 with a density of 977 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

1,036
Total Population
977
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaverton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beaverton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaverton is $31,625, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Beaverton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,625
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,482
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$57,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)462
County GDP$699M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare39
Retail87
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Beaverton is $102,900, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,129.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,900
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,129

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate4.18%
In Beaverton, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death11,069/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access56.4%
Healthcare Facilities39
Beaverton has a violent crime rate of 377 per 100,000 residents, 1% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,695 per 100,000 (14% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent376.7/100K
1% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault376.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,694.9/100K
14% below US avg
Burglary282.5/100K
Theft1,412.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson94.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Beaverton has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall48.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation723 ft (220 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density977/sq mi
Coordinates43.8807°N, 84.4877°W
County FIPS26051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+84.2%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density977/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants39
Retail Stores87

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Work from Home5.5%

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