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Breedsville, MI

Michigan

Breedsville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 315. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
315 Population 485/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $23,470 per capita
$210,300 Home Value
$907 Median Rent 40.7% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 260 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
$76,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,300 home value, $907/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $210,300
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $907
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population315
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density485/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$23,470
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$6,699M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,300
Rent$907
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units87
Rent Burden40.7%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured13.4%
Smoking19.7%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation693 ft (211 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute19 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries11

Is Breedsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Breedsville 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Breedsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Breedsville is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Breedsville is $210,300, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $907 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x 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%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Breedsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Breedsville has a population of 315 with a density of 485 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

315
Total Population
485
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Breedsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.9%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.1%
72% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Breedsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Breedsville is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Breedsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$23,470
Avg Weekly Wage$1,158
IRS Avg AGI$77,443

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,678
County GDP$6,699M

Business (County)

Restaurants218
Healthcare200
Retail338
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,953
99% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone98.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Breedsville is $210,300, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $907 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,300
25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$907
22% below US avg
Rent Burden40.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.3%
Housing Units87
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,953
99% above US avg
Effective Rate3.31%
In Breedsville, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.4% of residents lack health insurance. 19.7% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.3%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.7%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress16.7%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured13.4%
56% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,838
Dentists1:2,886
Mental Health1:924
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death6,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access58.4%
Healthcare Facilities200
Breedsville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation693 ft (211 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density485/sq mi
Coordinates42.3503°N, 86.0674°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 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 27.2-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.9%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density485/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities200
Restaurants218
Retail Stores338

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone98.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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