Beecher, MI

Michigan · Genesee County · Flint Metro

Beecher is a small city in Michigan with a population of 8,507. Residents earn $35,582 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0

C Fair

8,507 Population 1,447/sq mi density

$35,582 Median Income $22,893 per capita

$48,400 Home Value $41,786 Zillow

$905 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent

48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

468 Violent Crime/100K 3,241 property/100K

Overall

2.3 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

1.6 / 5.0

$35,582 median income, 12.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$48,400 home value, $905/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

468 violent crimes/100K (23% above avg)

Education

1.5 / 5.0

5.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $35,582

53% lower than US avg

Home Value $48,400

83% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 468/100K

23% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.8%

83% lower than US avg

Median Rent $905

22% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 52.5%

64% higher than US avg

Unemployment 12.4%

244% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 24.9%

101% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,507

Median Age35.3 yrs

Density1,447/mi²

Male / Female49% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 29%

Veterans6.2%

Economy

Median Income$35,582

Per Capita$22,893

Unemployment12.4%

Poverty24.9%

County GDP$20,160M

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$48,400

Rent$905

Ownership49.8%

Zillow$41,786

Housing Units4,714

Rent Burden37.5%

Crime

Violent468/100K

Property3,241/100K

Health

Obesity52.5%

Uninsured12.6%

Smoking26.8%

Depression26.9%

Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain32.9 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation779 ft (237 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.8%

High School+84.4%

Graduate+1.3%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 51%

Commute26 min

Broadband76.5%

EV Stations13

Libraries20

Is Beecher a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beecher receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Beecher has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beecher is $35,582, 53% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beecher is $48,400, 83% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $905 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 468 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,241 per 100,000, 65% above the national average.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Beecher experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°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 32.9 inches, including 40.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Beecher has a population of 8,507 with a density of 1,447 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly Black (62.1%), with 28.7% White, 3.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.5% of residents, while 5.5% speak Spanish. 6.2% of the population are veterans. 20.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,507

Total Population

1,447

People / sq mi

35.3yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

5.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Beecher vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.5%

20% above US avg

Spanish 5.5%

59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beecher vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beecher is $35,582, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,893 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,073, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,296 business establishments, including 723 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 3.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Beecher vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$35,582
	53% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$22,893
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,073
IRS Avg AGI	$61,557
Gini Index	0.467 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	12.4%
	244% above US avg
Poverty Rate	24.9%
	101% above US avg
Establishments (County)	7,296
County GDP	$20,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants	723
Healthcare	1,373
Retail	1,273
Manufacturing	263

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,504
	57% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	11.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.5 min
Drive Alone	68.3%
Public Transit	9.8%
Work from Home	3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Beecher is $48,400, 83% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $41,786, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 93.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $905 (22% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 49.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,714 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1962. The average annual property tax is $5,504 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 37.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$48,400
	83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$41,786
Median List Price	$67,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$67,400
$/Sq Ft	$46
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	93.1%
Price Drops	47.4%
Inventory	19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$905
	22% below US avg
Rent Burden	37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	49.8%
Owner-Occupied	49.8%
Renter-Occupied	50.2%
Housing Units	4,714
Median Year Built	1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,504
	57% above US avg
Effective Rate	11.37%

In Beecher, 52.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 18.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.6% of residents, above the national average. 46.5% have high blood pressure. 26.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.9% report binge drinking. 41.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 24.9% experience frequent mental distress. 12.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,207. The dentist ratio is 1:1,301. 85.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	52.5%
	64% above US avg
Diabetes	18.9%
Heart Disease	8.6%
High Blood Pressure	46.5%
Asthma	14.9%
COPD	12.6%
Cancer	5.4%
Stroke	6.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	26.8%
	91% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.9%
Physical Inactivity	41.7%
Depression	26.9%
Mental Distress	24.9%
Physical Distress	20.4%
Short Sleep	50.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.0%
Uninsured	12.6%
	47% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,207
Dentists	1:1,301
Mental Health	1:274
Checkup Rate	80.6%
Dental Visits	47.8%
Premature Death	12,112/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.8/10
Exercise Access	85.5%
Healthcare Facilities	1,373

Beecher has a violent crime rate of 468 per 100,000 residents, 23% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,241 per 100,000, 65% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 51 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Beecher receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	467.8/100K
	23% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	3,240.9/100K
	65% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	51
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Beecher experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. The area receives 40.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 779 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	47.5°F
	12% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	779 ft (237 m)
Area	5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²)
Population Density	1,447/sq mi
Coordinates	43.0905°N, 83.7045°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Genesee County County
Nearest Airport	Bishop International (FNT) 6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.9"

13% below US avg

Snowfall 40.4"

Wettest Month (Sep) 3.70"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0436 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.6 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	92.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	43.7 / 100
Community Resilience	70.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.5 on May 23, 2022.

Sep 2, 1994	5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan	M3.5	80 km
Apr 20, 2018	Michigan	M3.4	122 km
Feb 23, 2011	18 km NE of Leamington, Canada	M3.0	147 km
May 14, 2017	18 km ENE of Leamington, Canada	M2.6	150 km
Sep 7, 2012	17 km ESE of Stony Point, Michigan	M2.5	146 km
Mar 8, 2010	7 km ENE of Grosse Ile, Michigan	M2.5	116 km
May 23, 2022	2 km NNW of Corunna, Canada	M2.5	105 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

387 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 150 fatalities, 1,614 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 8, 1953	EF5	12 km	116
Mar 20, 1976	EF4	68 km	1
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	91 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	81 km	1
May 8, 1964	EF4	85 km	11
Jul 4, 1957	EF4	64 km	0
May 12, 1956	EF4	10 km	3
Jun 8, 1953	EF4	43 km	0
May 21, 1953	EF4	92 km	2
Mar 15, 2012	EF3	80 km	0
Jul 2, 1997	EF3	9 km	0
Jul 2, 1997	EF3	12 km	1
Jun 21, 1996	EF3	27 km	0
Sep 14, 1990	EF3	71 km	0
Sep 2, 1984	EF3	76 km	0
Aug 8, 1984	EF3	10 km	0
Jun 12, 1984	EF3	57 km	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	94 km	0
Jun 15, 1982	EF3	99 km	1
Mar 20, 1976	EF3	74 km	1

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1952	LAKE HURON, MI	Avalanche	1.5 m	—	106 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	1.4 in	Coldest
February	24°F (-5°C)	1.3 in	Driest
March	34°F (1°C)	2.2 in
April	45°F (7°C)	2.8 in
May	57°F (14°C)	2.7 in
June	66°F (19°C)	3.2 in
July	71°F (22°C)	2.6 in	Warmest
August	69°F (20°C)	3.3 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.7 in	Wettest
October	50°F (10°C)	2.3 in
November	39°F (4°C)	2.6 in
December	27°F (-3°C)	2.1 in

Beecher has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 23°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.3").

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Beecher is located in Genesee County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 5.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 51.4% of the vote, a 4.2-point margin. 76.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 13 EV charging stations. There are 20 public libraries serving the community. 1,373 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 68.3% of workers drive alone to work, while 9.8% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.2%

D 51.4%

Winner: Democrat by 4.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	51
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.8%
	83% below US avg
High School+	84.4%
Graduate Degree+	1.3%
School Test Score	4.91

F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,447/sq mi
Total Area	5.9 sq mi
County	Genesee County County

Services

Broadband Access	76.5%
Avg Download Speed	146.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	9.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	13
Alt Fuel Stations	20
Public Libraries	20
Healthcare Facilities	1,373
Restaurants	723
Retail Stores	1,273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.5 min
Drive Alone	68.3%
Public Transit	9.8%
Work from Home	3.9%

Average costs for common services in Beecher. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit	$192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement	$192 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair	$962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement	$8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense	$4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation	$481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation	$2,405 ($962–$4,810)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$192 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$659
Toddler	$674
Preschool	$674
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$693
Toddler	$693
Preschool	$655

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Genesee County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	23,203	1,129	$65,712	1.21
Retail Trade	17,957	1,160	$40,450	1.34
Manufacturing	13,485	308	$75,316	1.23
Accommodation & Food Services	13,246	648	$21,873	1.09
Administrative & Waste Services	10,721	416	$38,337	1.36
Wholesale Trade	6,480	276	$70,316	1.23
Construction	6,477	656	$79,898	0.92
Professional & Technical Services	5,055	654	$64,896	0.54
Other Services	4,021	588	$46,474	1.00
Finance & Insurance	3,920	379	$81,613	0.72
Educational Services	2,394	80	$43,376	0.87
Arts & Entertainment	1,842	116	$23,934	0.82
Real Estate	1,784	244	$51,766	0.86
Information & Technology	850	103	$68,931	0.34
Management of Companies	378	17	$96,501	0.17
Unclassified	307	93	$42,015	1.65

Radio Stations near Beecher

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Z92.7 WDZZ	urban contemporary	AAC+ 48 kbps
WXOU	college radio	MP3 192 kbps
WLEW AM 1340	bad axe, michigan	AAC+ 32 kbps
WAHS 89.5 Avondale Community Radio	—	MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Beecher

12 national parks and monuments found near Beecher.

Park	Type	Fee
Bloomer State Park	State Park	Free
Brandenburg Park	State Park	Free
Dodge #4 State Park	State Park	Free
Maybury State Park	State Park	Free
Meridian-Baseline State Park	State Park	Free
Port Crescent State Park	State Park	Free
River Bend Township Park	State Park	Free
Sanilac Petroglyphs State Park	State Park	Free
Seven Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Sleeper State Park	State Park	Free
Sleepy Hollow State Park	State Park	Free
Tricentennial State Park And Harbor	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Beecher

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	10,569	$25,568
2015	10,184	$24,396
2017	9,490	$23,856
2019	9,041	$28,272
2021	9,171	$33,105
2023	8,507	$35,582

Museums in Beecher

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
HUMANITIES ART CENTER AND GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$63,501,022
FLINT INSTITUTE OF ARTS	ART MUSEUM		8102341695	$5,243,012
CARRIAGE TOWN MINISTRIES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8102338787	$2,329,316
FLINT CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM			$437,489
WILDERNESS TRAILS ANIMAL PARK	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		9896246177	$302,277
FRANKENMUTH HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9896529701	$281,533
PACKARD PROVING GROUNDS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5867394800	$156,491
MICHIGANS OWN	HISTORY MUSEUM		9896528005	$97,462
BUCKHAM FINE ARTS PROJECT	ART MUSEUM		8102396334	$91,654
SLOAN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8102373450	$61,949
WHALEY HISTORICAL HOUSE ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		8102356841	$57,252
GENESEE COUNTY HISTORICAL & MUSEUM SOCIETY	HISTORY MUSEUM		8104104605	$12,435
GENESEE TOWNSHIP VETERANS MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$6,116
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF HISTORY PALIS INSTITUTE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
APPLEWOOD - THE C.S. MOTT ESTATE	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	1400 EAST KEARSLEY STREET
BIRCH RUN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BUICK GALLERY AND RESEARCH CENTER	ART MUSEUM		8102373440
CHESTER H. WILSON GEOLOGY MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		8102329312
CLIO AREA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DAVISON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8106582286
FLINT FIREFIGHTERS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FLUSHING AREA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8104870814
FLUSHING CITY HALL RESTORATION FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	311 MAIN STREET	8106594141
FOR-MAR NATURE PRESERVE & ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	2142 N GENESEE RD	8107898567
GOODRICH-ATLAS AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GRAND BLANC HERITAGE ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		8106947274
HOLY HILL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM
LABOR MUSEUM AND LEARNING CENTER OF MICHIGAN	GENERAL MUSEUM		8107620251
LONGWAY PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	1221 E KEARSLEY ST	8102373400
MICHIGAN'S OWN MILITARY AND SPACE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	1250 WEISS ST	9896528005
MID-MICHIGAN RAILWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MILLINGTON-ARBELA HISTORICAL SCOIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	8534 STATE RD	9898715508
MONTROSE AREA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	114 EAST HICKORY STREET	8106396644
MONTROSE HISTORICAL AND PHONE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8106396644
MONTROSE SPORTS & COMMUNITY HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM
MONTROSE VETERANS BELL MEMORIAL PROJFECT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	W VIENNA RD
OTISVILLE AREA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	122 EAST MAIN STREET
ROBERT T. LONGWAY PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	1310 EAST KEARSLEY STREET	8107601181
SWARTZ CREEK AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
TAMARACK CAMPS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	4361 PERRYVILLE RD	2486272821
TAYMOUTH TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Beecher

Name	Address	Annual Visits
GENESEE DISTRICT LIBRARY	G-4195 WEST PASADENA AVENUE	1,263,884
FLINT PUBLIC LIBRARY	1026 EAST KEARSLEY STREET	187,680
FRANKENMUTH JAMES E. WICKSON DISTRICT LIBRARY	359 SOUTH FRANKLIN STREET	123,850
MILLINGTON ARBELA DISTRICT LIBRARY	8530 DEPOT STREET	34,320
THOMAS E. FLESCHNER MEMORIAL LIBRARY	11935 SILVER CREEK DRIVE	21,662
TAYMOUTH TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	2361 EAST BURT ROAD	6,745

Farmers Markets in Beecher

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Birch Run Farmers' Market	12245 S. Beyer Rd. A110	05/28/2017 to 09/03/2017	Sun: 12:00 PM-4:00 PM;		Visit
City of Grand Blanc Farmers Market	Grand Boulevard	05/18/2014 to 10/26/2014	Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sun: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Clio Area Farmers Market
Davison Downtown Farmers Market	Cornier of Shoppers Alley & Second Street				Visit
Flint Farmers Market	300 East First St Flint	01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017	Sat: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sun: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Village of Otter Lake	Intersection of Detroit and Genessee Streets				Visit

Breweries in Beecher

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Alexander J's	manufacturing, Barbecue Restaurants, Restaurants, wholesale, food, Sports Bars, Venues, brewer, Bar,	5490 Fenton Rd	8102393100, 8107159137	Visit
Black Horse The	Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Carry-out Food, Take Out Restaurants	12598 N Saginaw St	8106408115
Blues, Brews Barbecue	Food & Drink, Breweries	Corner Of Dixie Hwy & Birch Run Rd	9896249193
Fenton Winery & Brewery Taproom	Brewery	1470 N Long Lake Rd
Frankenmuth Brewery	American Restaurant, Restaurant, Brewery and American Restaurant, Brewery	425 S Main St	19892628300, 9892628300	Visit
Icb Headquarters Great Lakes Division	Brewery, Mi>brewery	1061 1199 Chatwell Dr
Redwood Steakhouse Brewery and Grill	American Restaurant, Brewery and American Restaurant, Brewery	5304 Gateway Ctr	8102338000	Visit

Cell Towers in Beecher

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
13176 IRISH ROAD (27680)	GTOWER	152
13176 IRISH ROAD (27680)	GTOWER	152
10389 HILL ROAD (25053)	MTOWER	112
10389 HILL ROAD (25053)	MTOWER	112
4409 W FARRAND (61899)	LTOWER	92
4409 W FARRAND (61899)	LTOWER	92
6216 N VASSAR RD (61901)	LTOWER	86
2000 E TOWNLINE RD	TOWER	86
2000 E TOWNLINE RD	TOWER	86
6216 N VASSAR RD (61901)	LTOWER	86
5974 GENESEE RD	TOWER	78
5974 GENESEE RD	TOWER	78
7266 LINDEN	TOWER	73
7266 LINDEN	TOWER	73
1201 S. Washburn Road (19455)	MTOWER	72
1201 S. Washburn Road (19455)	MTOWER	72
1201 South Washburn Road (19455)	MTOWER	72
1201 South Washburn Road (19455)	MTOWER	72
4420 BALDWIN RD (61892)	LTOWER	70
4420 BALDWIN RD (61892)	LTOWER	70
4420 BALDWIN RD	TOWER	70
4420 BALDWIN RD	TOWER	70
6356 SMITH RD	TOWER	67
6356 SMITH RD	TOWER	67
1445 Hurd Road (19498)	MTOWER	49
1445 Hurd Road (19498)	MTOWER	49
11323 WEST VIENNA ROAD (19500)	MTOWER	47
11323 WEST VIENNA ROAD (19500)	MTOWER	47

Bridges in Beecher

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	134	45,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	174	31,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	228	29,550	F
Culvert	Concrete	1973	22	26,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1971	112	23,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1971	167	13,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1971	167	13,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	152	13,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1978	159	12,209	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1971	402	11,989	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	145	7,162	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	1948	130	6,830	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	180	6,700	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	355	5,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	137	5,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	160	4,860	F
Culvert	Concrete	1985	24	3,793	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1972	254	3,338	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1957	203	3,308	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1971	394	3,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1957	202	2,967	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	255	2,723	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1971	231	2,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1972	285	2,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	157	1,354	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1977	149	500	F

Amtrak Stations in Beecher

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Flint, MI	1407 South Dort Highway	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Beecher

9 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CADENCE INNOVATION HOLLY ROAD	10230 NORTH HOLLY ROAD	GENESEE
CADENCE INNOVATION HOLLY ROAD	10230 NORTH HOLLY ROAD	GENESEE
CADENCE INNOVATION HOLLY ROAD	10230 NORTH HOLLY ROAD	GENESEE
DELPHI FLINT WEST	300 N. CHEVROLET AVE.	GENESEE
DELPHI ENERGY AND CHASIS MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS	1300 N. DORT HWY	GENESEE
GENERAL MOTORS LLC FLINT ASSEMBLY	G-3100 VAN SLYKE RD	GENESEE
GENERAL MOTORS LLC FLINT ASSEMBLY	G-3100 VAN SLYKE RD	GENESEE
LOCKHART CHEMICAL	4701 THETFORD ST	GENESEE
VASSAR FIBERCOATING & METALLIZING	6556 S. OAK RD	TUSCOLA

Airports Near Beecher

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Bishop International Airport	FNT	Medium Airport
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport	DET	Medium Airport
MBS International Airport	MBS	Medium Airport
Oakland County International Airport	PTK	Medium Airport
Alkay Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnstormers 5 Airport	—	Small Airport
Bauer Field	—	Small Airport
Brighton Airport	—	Small Airport
Burgess Field	—	Small Airport
Cackleberry Airport	—	Small Airport
Canton-Plymouth-Mettetal Airport	—	Small Airport
Carriage Lane Airport	—	Small Airport
Cedarville Airport	—	Small Airport
Cloud Nine East Airport	—	Small Airport
Cloud Nine West Airport	—	Small Airport
Crompton's Private Strip	—	Small Airport
Dalton Airport	—	Small Airport
Dennis Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Dupont-Lapeer Airport	—	Small Airport
Ed Schulte's Place STOLport	—	Small Airport
Ernie's Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Gooding Airport	—	Small Airport
Grass Roots STOLport	—	Small Airport
Haigh Airport	—	Small Airport
Handleman Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Howard Nixon Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Huron County Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Jack Barstow Airport	—	Small Airport
James Clements Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Jensen Field	—	Small Airport
John's Airport	—	Small Airport
Letts Field	—	Small Airport
Livingston County Spencer J. Hardy Airport	—	Small Airport
Maidens Airport	—	Small Airport
Maple Grove Airpark	—	Small Airport
Maple Grove Airport	—	Small Airport
Marlette Township Airport	—	Small Airport
Mason Jewett Field	—	Small Airport
McKenzie's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
McKimmy Field	—	Small Airport
Miller Field	—	Small Airport
Millers Landing	—	Small Airport
Millstream Airpark	—	Small Airport
Oakland Southwest Airport	—	Small Airport
Oakland Troy Airport	—	Small Airport
Owosso Community Airport	—	Small Airport
Pingston Aeroworks Airport	—	Small Airport
Prices Airport	—	Small Airport
Raether Airport	—	Small Airport
Richmond Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Beecher

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Grand Blanc City Police Department	203 East Grand Blanc Road
Grand Blanc Township Police	5405 South Saginaw Road

Grocery Stores in Beecher

39 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
American Fuel & More 2 Inc	Convenience Store	6114 N Saginaw Rd
Amir Petroleum LLC	Convenience Store	G5515 Clio Rd
Amoco	Convenience Store	G5016 Clio Rd
Beecher Beer & Wine	Convenience Store	G5375 N Saginaw St
Big Star Market	Convenience Store	G5237 Detroit St
Carpenter Road Superette Inc	Convenience Store	1066 E Carpenter Rd
Clio Fuel & More	Convenience Store	6040 Clio Rd
Dollar General 13249	Other	2015 W Coldwater Rd
Dollar General 13580	Other	115 E Pierson Rd
Dollar General 21180	Other	1510 E Carpenter Rd
Dollar Tree 669	Other	4366 W Pierson Rd
Ez Gas Mart	Convenience Store	7030 N Dort Hwy
Eztop Food Mart No.2	Convenience Store	5106 N Saginaw St
Family Dollar 10656	Other	3480 W Pierson Rd
Family Dollar 1273	Other	709 E Pierson Rd
Family Dollar 2779	Other	4305 Clio Rd
Family Dollar 6315	Other	1357 W Coldwater Rd
Fleming Oil Inc	Convenience Store	5140 Fleming Rd
Gourmet Foods Outlet	Other	G5452 N Dort Hwy
Great Giant Supermarket	Supermarket	G5204 N Saginaw St
Hasan Fuel Inc 1	Convenience Store	4151 W Pierson Rd
Havit 2 Llc	Convenience Store	1341 W Coldwater Rd
Hutchinson Neighborhood Market	Supermarket	6509 N Saginaw St
Johnny's Superette	Convenience Store	2191 W Coldwater Rd
LANDMARK FOOD CENTER	Supermarket	206 W Pierson Rd
Liquor Cave	Convenience Store	G5011 Clio Rd
Mikes Grocery	Convenience Store	1013 W Pierson Rd
Mr Bs Foodland Supermarket	Grocery Store	4311 Dupont St
North Flint Food Market Cooperative	Other	5402 Clio Rd
Northend Market	Convenience Store	G5272 N Saginaw St
Quick Pick 2 Party Store	Convenience Store	3138 W Pierson Rd
SAFAROS FOOD STORE	Convenience Store	6016 Clio Rd
Sea World Fish & Chicken	Specialty Store	2501 W Pierson Rd
SHOP & GO MINI MART	Convenience Store	1516 W Pierson Rd
Sim's Market	Convenience Store	101 E Pierson Rd
Tony - R's 2 Market	Convenience Store	6010 N Saginaw Rd
Walking Willow Farm Llc	Farmers and Markets	5364 N Linden Rd
Z's Liquor Corner	Convenience Store	645 W Pierson Rd
Zerka Food Center	Convenience Store	523 W Carpenter Rd

Treatment Centers in Beecher

15 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Above the Water House	Substance Abuse	810-877-2907
Arbor Recovery Michigan PLLC	Substance Abuse	810-243-5085
Catholic Charities of Shiawassee and - Genesee Counties	Both	810-232-9950
Easter Seals Michigan	Both	810-234-0475
Flint Odyssey House Inc - Adolescent Services	Substance Abuse	810-233-8815
Flint Odyssey House Inc - Adult Outpatient Services	Substance Abuse	810-232-7919
Flint Odyssey House Inc - Grandmas House	Both	810-337-1088
Flint Odyssey House Inc - Outpatient Services	Substance Abuse	810-238-7226
Flint Odyssey House Inc - Recovery Coach Services	Substance Abuse	810-238-7435
Genesee Health System	Mental Health	810-257-3705
Hope Network New Passages - Behavioral Health Services	Both	810-232-2766
New Light Consultants Inc	Substance Abuse	989-871-6695
New Paths Inc	Substance Abuse	810-233-5340
New Paths West	Substance Abuse	810-233-5340
Recovery Unlimited Treatment Center	Substance Abuse	810-785-4930

Churches & Religious Organizations in Beecher

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
SALEM LUTHERAN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	2610 MT KING AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Beecher

What is the population of Beecher?

Beecher has a population of 8,507 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 1,447 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Beecher expensive to live in?

Beecher has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $35,582, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $48,400 (83% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $905 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Beecher safe?

The violent crime rate in Beecher is 468 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,241 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Beecher receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Beecher?

Beecher has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches, with 40.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Beecher?

The job market in Beecher faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,073. There are 7,296 business establishments in the area, including 723 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 3.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Beecher?

The median home value in Beecher is $48,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $41,786. For renters, the median monthly rent is $905. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 49.8%. The average annual property tax is $5,504.

How are the schools in Beecher?

Schools in Beecher have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 5.8% of adults in Beecher hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Beecher?

The obesity rate in Beecher is 52.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.8% of adults are smokers. 41.7% are physically inactive. 26.9% of residents report depression. 12.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 85.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,207.

What is transportation like in Beecher?

The average commute in Beecher is 26 minutes. 68.3% of workers drive alone to work, 9.8% use public transit, and 3.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Beecher?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Beecher is 28.7% White, 62.1% Black or African American, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino. 94.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.5% speak Spanish. 6.2% of the population are military veterans. 20.7% of residents have a disability. 92.0% have health insurance coverage.

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