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Bergland, MI

Michigan

Bergland is a small town in Michigan with a population of 105. Residents earn $57,917 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
105 Population 144/sq mi density
$57,917 Median Income $44,182 per capita
$75,200 Home Value
40°F Avg Temperature 240 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$57,917 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,200 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,917
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,200
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population105
Median Age70.3 yrs
Density144/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,917
Per Capita$44,182
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$649M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units136
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking16.5%
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation1,334 ft (407 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+98.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute15 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries4

Is Bergland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bergland receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bergland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bergland is $57,917, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bergland is $75,200, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Bergland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 180.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bergland has a population of 105 with a density of 144 people per square mile. The median age is 70.3 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

105
Total Population
144
People / sq mi
70.3yrs
Median Age
81% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bergland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bergland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bergland is $57,917, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Bergland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,917
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,182
Avg Weekly Wage$930
IRS Avg AGI$55,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)420
County GDP$649M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare28
Retail67
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,093
46% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Drive Alone51.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home36.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bergland is $75,200, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,200
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%
Housing Units136
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,093
46% above US avg
Effective Rate6.77%
In Bergland, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 28.7% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,197
Dentists1:2,046
Mental Health1:444
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death9,301/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities28
Bergland has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. The area enjoys 240 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall180.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,334 ft (407 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density144/sq mi
Coordinates46.5912°N, 89.5749°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.1-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.9%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 17.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+98.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density144/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants51
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Drive Alone51.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home36.5%

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