Bloomingdale, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Bloomingdale is a small town in Michigan with a population of 467. Residents earn $65,417 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
467 Population 410/sq mi density
$65,417 Median Income $23,119 per capita
$113,500 Home Value $226,040 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 22.2% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$65,417 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,500 home value, $825/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,417
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.2%
63% higher than US avg

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

People

Population467
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density410/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,417
Per Capita$23,119
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty20.2%
County GDP$20,706M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,500
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,040
Housing Units195
Rent Burden22.2%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking20.5%
Depression30.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation752 ft (229 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+81.6%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 58%
Commute31 min
Broadband89.8%
Libraries14

Is Bloomingdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bloomingdale 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. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Bloomingdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bloomingdale is $65,417, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bloomingdale is $113,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Bloomingdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 109.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bloomingdale has a population of 467 with a density of 410 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%).

Population

467
Total Population
410
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Bloomingdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bloomingdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bloomingdale is $65,417, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Bloomingdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,417
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,119
Avg Weekly Wage$1,264
IRS Avg AGI$82,017

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.2%
63% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,972
County GDP$20,706M

Business (County)

Restaurants579
Healthcare749
Retail848
Manufacturing295

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,471
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bloomingdale is $113,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,040.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,040

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden22.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.7%
Housing Units195
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,471
113% above US avg
Effective Rate6.58%
In Bloomingdale, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 20.5% are current smokers. 30.9% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma12.5%
COPD9.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.5%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression30.9%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.6%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death7,811/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities749
Bloomingdale has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall109.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation752 ft (229 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density410/sq mi
Coordinates42.3864°N, 85.9652°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 17.7-point margin. 89.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%
D 58%

Winner: Democrat by 17.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+81.6%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density410/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities749
Restaurants579
Retail Stores848

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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