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Beulah, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Beulah is a small town in Michigan with a population of 229. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
229 Population 559/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $38,898 per capita
$410,000 Home Value $407,181 Zillow
$525 Median Rent 31.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 2.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$410,000 home value, $525/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $410,000
45% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.7%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population229
Median Age63.3 yrs
Density559/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$38,898
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$741M
Commute10 min

Housing

D
Home Value$410,000
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$407,181
Housing Units387
Rent Burden31.8%

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking12.4%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation603 ft (184 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.7%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+11.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute10 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries4

Is Beulah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beulah receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Beulah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beulah is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beulah is $410,000, 45% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Beulah experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°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 34.3 inches, including 93.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Beulah has a population of 229 with a density of 559 people per square mile. The median age is 63.3 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 3.5% Black.

Population

229
Total Population
559
People / sq mi
63.3yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Beulah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.8%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.2%
39% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beulah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beulah is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Beulah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,898
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$72,228

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)483
County GDP$741M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare34
Retail65
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,350
139% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.2 min
Drive Alone73.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Beulah is $410,000, 45% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $407,181.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$410,000
45% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$407,181

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$439
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio92.8%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden31.8%

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 Units387
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,350
139% above US avg
Effective Rate2.04%
In Beulah, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.4% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.9%
Cancer8.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.4%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep32.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits67.1%
Premature Death9,354/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities34
Beulah has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall93.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation603 ft (184 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density559/sq mi
Coordinates44.6273°N, 86.0998°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26019
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 36.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.7-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 8.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.7%
9% above US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+11.7%
School Test Score5.23
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density559/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants67
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.2 min
Drive Alone73.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.9%

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