Birch Run, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Genesee County County
Birch Run, MI
At a Glance
How Birch Run Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Birch Run's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Birch Run a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Birch Run residents earn a median household income of $65,313 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,452. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,296 business establishments, including 723 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Birch Run is $185,900 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $239,478. Median rent is $931/month, with 22.4% 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 1980.
Safety & Crime
Birch Run reports 261 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 31% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,974/100K.
Education
16.1% of adults in Birch Run hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Birch Run has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.