Big Rapids, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Mecosta County County
Big Rapids, MI
At a Glance
How Big Rapids Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Big Rapids's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Big Rapids a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Big Rapids residents earn a median household income of $40,197 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,904. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 696 business establishments, including 78 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Big Rapids is $134,200 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $226,714. Median rent is $815/month, with 30.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Big Rapids reports 389 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 2% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,468/100K.
Education
28.3% of adults in Big Rapids hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below the national average). 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Big Rapids has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches.