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Bendon, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Bendon is a small town in Michigan with a population of 284. Residents earn $69,625 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
284 Population 141/sq mi density
$69,625 Median Income $20,160 per capita
$261,700 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$69,625 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$261,700 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,625
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $261,700
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population284
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density141/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans23.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$69,625
Per Capita$20,160
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty15.7%
County GDP$7,470M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$261,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units88
Rent Burden31.5%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking17.0%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation919 ft (280 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute27 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries6

Is Bendon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bendon receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Bendon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bendon is $69,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bendon is $261,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Bendon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 101.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bendon has a population of 284 with a density of 141 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

284
Total Population
141
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bendon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bendon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bendon is $69,625, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Bendon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,625
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,160
Avg Weekly Wage$1,140
IRS Avg AGI$91,357

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,762
County GDP$7,470M

Business (County)

Restaurants290
Healthcare395
Retail551
Manufacturing180

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,269
136% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bendon is $261,700, 7% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$261,700
7% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$233
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.0%
Housing Units88
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,269
136% above US avg
Effective Rate3.16%
In Bendon, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.6%
Cancer5.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep30.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:755
Dentists1:946
Mental Health1:176
Checkup Rate68.4%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death6,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities395
Bendon has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall101.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation919 ft (280 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density141/sq mi
Coordinates44.6371°N, 85.8479°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.7-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.1%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 1.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density141/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities395
Restaurants290
Retail Stores551

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

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