Brimley, MI
Michigan · Chippewa County
Brimley is a small town in Michigan with a population of 379. Residents earn $72,885 per year, which is 3% below the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026
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How Brimley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Brimley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Brimley receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Brimley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Brimley is $72,885, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Brimley is $166,500, 41% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Brimley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 120.1 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Brimley vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Brimley vs U.S. Average
Income: Brimley vs U.S.
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Income
| Median HH Income | $72,885 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,801 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,458 |
| Gini Index | 0.482 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.2% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 842 |
| County GDP | $1,603M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 102 |
| Healthcare | 90 |
| Retail | 137 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,997 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 96.20 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $166,500 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $230,471 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 29.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 97.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 97.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 2.5% |
| Housing Units | 316 |
| Median Year Built | 1982 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,997 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.40% |
Health Metrics: Brimley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.3% |
| Asthma | 12.7% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Cancer | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 18.5% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.2% |
| Depression | 29.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
| Short Sleep | 34.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.1% |
| Uninsured | 6.9% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,416 |
| Dentists | 1:1,650 |
| Mental Health | 1:222 |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Dental Visits | 66.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,385/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 90 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.4°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 664 ft (202 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 217/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4073°N, 84.5833°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Chippewa County County |
| Nearest Airport | Chippewa County International (CIU) 12 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 26.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 55.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 71.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.8 in |
Brimley has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 16°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (1.5").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 24.3 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.7% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 10.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.35 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K |
| Population Density | 217/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.2 sq mi |
| County | Chippewa County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 90.1% |
| Avg Download Speed | 78.1 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 4.0 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 90 |
| Restaurants | 102 |
| Retail Stores | 137 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 24.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $241 ($144-$385) |
| Specialist Visit | $337 ($192-$529) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $192 ($96-$337) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,116 ($770-$4,810) |
| Dental Cleaning | $125 ($72-$192) |
| Dental Filling | $241 ($144-$385) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $43 ($24-$72) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $72 ($48-$115) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $289 ($144-$481) |
| Tire Rotation | $38 ($19-$72) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $577 ($385-$962) |
| Battery Replacement | $192 ($96-$337) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $96 ($58-$144) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $87 ($48-$135) |
| HVAC Repair | $385 ($144-$770) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,734 ($3,848-$11,544) |
| Roof Repair | $962 ($385-$1,924) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,658 ($5,291-$14,430) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,443 ($481-$3,367) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,430 ($4,810-$28,860) |
| DUI Defense | $4,810 ($1,924-$9,620) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,443 ($770-$2,886) |
| Will Preparation | $481 ($192-$962) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,405 ($962-$4,810) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $24 ($14-$43) |
| Women's Haircut | $53 ($29-$96) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $144 ($72-$241) |
| Manicure | $24 ($14-$43) |
| Pedicure | $38 ($24-$63) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $77 ($48-$125) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.94 ($2.89-$5.29) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.37 ($2.41-$4.81) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.66 ($2.41-$5.29) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.33 ($2.89-$6.25) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.29 ($3.85-$7.22) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.96 ($0.58-$1.73) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $135 ($77-$241) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $67 ($29-$144) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $67 ($38-$115) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $67 ($38-$96) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $63 ($29-$96) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $82 ($48-$144) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $192 ($72-$481) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,924 ($1,154-$3,367) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $67 ($29-$125) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.70-$24) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $96 ($29-$241) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $29 ($14-$72) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,154 ($577-$2,405) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $962 ($481-$1,924) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $385 ($192-$673) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $48 ($24-$96) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $962 ($385-$2,405) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,025 ($4,810-$28,860) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $58 ($29-$96) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $96 ($48-$192) |
| Dog Grooming | $58 ($29-$96) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $38 ($19-$72) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $289 ($144-$481) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $192 ($96-$385) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $563 |
| Toddler | $626 |
| Preschool | $626 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $617 |
| Toddler | $617 |
| Preschool | $606 |
Top Industries in Chippewa County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Trade | 1,554 | 116 | $34,326 | 1.22 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,047 | 108 | $23,293 | 0.90 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 776 | 74 | $36,913 | 0.42 |
| Construction | 652 | 98 | $88,393 | 0.97 |
| Manufacturing | 589 | 25 | $55,693 | 0.56 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 275 | 29 | $49,443 | 0.51 |
| Finance & Insurance | 253 | 36 | $58,511 | 0.49 |
| Other Services | 211 | 69 | $30,036 | 0.55 |
| Real Estate | 87 | 23 | $43,786 | 0.44 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 85 | 13 | $55,641 | 0.40 |
| Educational Services | 52 | 6 | $25,490 | 0.20 |
| Information & Technology | 47 | 8 | $52,017 | 0.20 |
| Unclassified | 32 | 12 | $33,299 | 1.79 |
Colleges & Universities in Brimley
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Mills Community College | Public · Bachelor's | 685 | - | $3,320 | $3,320 |
Schools in Brimley
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brimley Area School | Other | 460 | 35 | 13.1:1 |
| Ojibwe Charter School (Charter) | Other | 144 | 10 | 14.4:1 |
| Whitefish Township School | Other | 63 | 7 | 9.0:1 |
Radio Stations near Brimley
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Blakk Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rock 101.3 WSUE "The Sault's Rock Station" | - | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Rock 101 | rock | AAC | |
| Audiofumes Radio (CA) | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| WVBI-LP 100.1 Beaver Island, MI | beaver island, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CHAS-FM "KISS 100.5" Sault Ste. Marie, ON (CA) | hot adult contemporary, rogers media | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| CJQM-FM "Country 104.3" Sault Ste. Marie, ON (CA) | country, rogers media | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Brimley
12 campgrounds found near Brimley.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| THREE LAKES | 5.0/5 | 10 | $16 |
| Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, MI) | 4.7/5 | 24 | $21, $24 |
| BREVOORT LAKE CAMPGROUND | 4.6/5 | 34 | $26, $48 |
| MONOCLE LAKE | 4.5/5 | 42 | $24 |
| SOLDIER LAKE | 4.4/5 | 44 | $24 |
| LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | 4.3/5 | 33 | $26 |
| CARP RIVER CAMPGROUND | 4.2/5 | 20 | $24 |
| Blueberry Hill Campground | - | - | Free |
| Glenview Cottages and campground | - | - | Free |
| Mark's Bay Cottages & Campground | - | - | Free |
| Pointe Des Chenes Campground | - | - | Free |
| St. Kateri Outdoor Learning Center | - | - | Free |
National Parks Near Brimley
13 national parks and monuments found near Brimley.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Aloha State Park | State Park | Free |
| Batchawana Bay Provincial Park | Free | |
| Brimley State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cheboygan State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cut River Bridge Roadside Park | State Park | Free |
| Hoeft State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Superior Provincial Park | Free | |
| Mackinac State Park | State Park | Free |
| Onaway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pancake Bay Provincial Park | Free | |
| Pancake Bay Provincial Park | Free | |
| Tahquamenon Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wilderness State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Brimley
150+ trails found near Brimley.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BREVOORT-CEDARVILLE OHV | 35.6 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TROUT LAKE - HULBERT SNOMO | 25.5 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| RED CREEK-CEDARVILLE SNOMO | 24.3 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| RACO - PARADISE SNOMO | 22.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| STRONGS - SOO ORV ROUTE | 20.2 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CARP RIVER SNOMO | 19.5 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| CASTLE ROCK SNOMO | 17.5 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| RACO-STRONGS-HULBERT SNOMO | 17.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| TROUT LAKE - RUDYARD SNOMO | 15.6 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| RACO - BAY MILLS SNOMO | 15.3 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 13.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE | 12.6 | WATER | - | - | - |
| PINE RIVER CANOE ROUTE | 10.2 | WATER | - | - | - |
| BREVOORT RIVER CANOE | 9.7 | WATER | - | - | - |
| MORAN OHV | 7.7 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 7.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE | 7.5 | WATER | - | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 6.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| RACO - RUDYARD SNOMO | 6.6 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| MCNEARNEY SKI-A | 5.9 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| CARP RIVER HIKING TRAIL | 5.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| TROUT LAKE-REXTON SNOMO | 4.4 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE | 4.3 | WATER | - | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE | 3.7 | WATER | - | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE | 2.5 | WATER | - | - | - |
| WABOOSE SKI | 2.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| RACO - BRIMLEY - SOO SNOMO | 2.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ST MARTINS SKI - LOOP B | 2.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| CHERRY STEM HIKE | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ST MARTINS SKI LOOP A | 2.0 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| SAND DUNES SKI | 1.9 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| SAND DUNES SKI | 1.8 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SAND DUNES/NCT CONNECTOR | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SAND DUNES SKI | 1.4 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SAND DUNES SKI | 1.3 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| SAND DUNES SKI | 1.2 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SAND DUNES SKI | 1.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MCNEARNEY SKI-C | 0.9 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| MARIGOLD TRAIL | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| SAND DUNES SKI | 0.8 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.8 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| BINNOBIN | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.8 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CARP RIVER HIKING TRAIL | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ASPEN TRAIL | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.7 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| CARP RIVER HIKING TRAIL | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| WALKER LAKE LOOP | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FOLEY CREEK | 0.5 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| MCNEARNEY SKI-B | 0.5 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| FOLEY CREEK A | 0.5 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| FISHERMAN'S HIKE | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.4 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.3 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.2 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.2 | Yes | - | - | |
| RIDGE TRAIL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.2 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| CARP RIVER HIKING TRAIL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.2 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.2 | IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.2 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.1 | Yes | - | - | |
| PT IROQUOIS BOARDWALK | 0.1 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| SOLDIER LK/NCT CONNECTOR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.1 | ASPHALT | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.1 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.1 | CHUNK WOOD | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.1 | ASPHALT | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.1 | Yes | - | - | |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.1 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.1 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| FOLEY CREEK B | 0.1 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | CHUNK WOOD | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | CHUNK WOOD | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | CHUNK WOOD | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | Yes | - | - | |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | Yes | - | - | |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | CHUNK WOOD | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | Yes | - | - | |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | CHUNK WOOD | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | CHUNK WOOD | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | CHUNK WOOD | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | CHUNK WOOD | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HORSESHOE BAY | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| MONOCLE LAKE INTERP | 0.0 | OTHER | Yes | - | - |
| Voyageur Trail - Stokely Creek | - | - | - | - |
Historical Trends - Brimley
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 468 | $54,500 |
| 2023 | 379 | $72,885 |
Museums in Brimley
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT LAKES SHIPWRECK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9066351742 | $804,171 | |
| LE SAULT DE SAINT MARIE HISTORICAL SITES | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9066323658 | $487,111 | |
| CHIPPEWA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 115 ASHMUN ST | 9066357082 | $173,559 |
| RIVER OF HISTORY MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 531 ASHMUN STREET | 9066321999 | $104,484 |
| SOO LOCKS VISITOR CENTER ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 312 W PORTAGE AVENUE | 9062539290 | $6,893 |
| ARTS CENTER GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| BAY MILLS-BRIMLEY HISTORICAL RESEARCH SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9062483665 | ||
| KINROSS HERATAGE SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9064955440 | ||
| PICKFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 175 EAST MAIN | 9066471372 | |
| USDA IROQUOIS LIGHTHOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9064375272 | ||
| WHEELS OF HISTORY MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 6799 DEPOT ST | 9062483665 | |
| Administration Buiding / Visitor Centre |
Libraries in Brimley
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUPERIOR DISTRICT LIBRARY | 541 LIBRARY DRIVE | 0.0 | 189,046 |
Farmers Markets in Brimley
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algoma Farmer's Market | |||||
| Farmers' Market of Sault Sainte Marie Michigan | 511 Ashmun | 05/18/2016 to 10/26/2016 | Wed: 4:00 PM-6:30 PM; | ||
| Mill Market Farmers Market | |||||
| Pickford Farmers Market | Manilla Street, Township Park | 06/06/2013 to 10/24/2013 | Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM; |
Clinics in Brimley
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Brimley
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Brimley
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Brimley
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soo Brewing Company | Breweries, Food & Drink | 223 W Portage | 9066324400 |
Stadiums & Teams in Brimley
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Brimley
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terrain Park | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stokely Creek Lodge | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Pharmacies in Brimley
1 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| BAY MILLS INDIAN COMMUNITY PHARMACY | 12124 WEST LAKESHORE DRIVE | 906-248-2031 |
Daycare Centers in Brimley
1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.
| Facility | Type | Phone | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRIMLEY HEAD START 7134 M 221 |
HEAD START, CENTER | NOT AVAILABLE | OPEN |
EV Charging Stations in Brimley
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHARED EV CHARG SMITHERS EV | 21105 m-28 | ChargePoint Network | 1 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| Willabee's Motel | 9903 W 6 Mile Rd | Non-Networked | NEMA1450 | public |
Cell Towers in Brimley
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 2474 WEST TEN MILE ROAD (94894) | GTOWER | 107 |
| 2474 WEST TEN MILE ROAD (94894) | GTOWER | 107 |
| 9748 S. Mackinac Trail (Dafter) | TOWER | 88 |
| 3105 SOUTH 3681 ROAD (94891) | LTOWER | 57 |
| 3105 SOUTH 3681 ROAD (94891) | LTOWER | 57 |
Fire Stations in Brimley
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Mills Fire Department | 14713 W Lakeshore DR | Volunteer | 906-437-3473 | ||
| Rudyard Volunteer Fire Department | 18725 S Mackinac TRL | Volunteer | 906-478-5041 | ||
| Superior Township Fire Department | 9902 Depot ST | Volunteer | 906-248-5213 |
Bridges in Brimley
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1975 | 227 | 2,956 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1977 | 252 | 2,664 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1926 | 55 | 1,753 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2018 | 25 | 1,200 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2008 | 65 | 1,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1952 | 280 | 903 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1985 | 78 | 500 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1985 | 78 | 500 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 2010 | 32 | 400 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1985 | 64 | 358 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1992 | 22 | 260 | G | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 1984 | 22 | 260 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2010 | 80 | 179 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1979 | 73 | 125 | F | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 2010 | 35 | 94 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1969 | 57 | 83 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1969 | 35 | 83 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1974 | 35 | 83 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1950 | 55 | 50 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1990 | 120 | 45 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1950 | 54 | 40 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1947 | 43 | 30 | P | |
| Other | Wood or Timber | 1947 | 44 | 30 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1947 | 24 | 30 | P | |
| Other | Wood or Timber | 1948 | 23 | 30 | F | |
| Other | Wood or Timber | 1947 | 25 | 30 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1990 | 150 | 21 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1976 | 28 | 10 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1976 | 38 | 10 | F |
Amtrak Stations in Brimley
2 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kinross Charter Twp, MI | 6737 M-80 | BUS |
| Sault Sainte Marie, MI | 4001 I-75 Business Spur | BUS |
Airports Near Brimley
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chippewa County International Airport | CIU | Medium Airport |
| Sault Ste Marie Airport | YAM | Medium Airport |
| Albert J Lindberg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bar River Airport | YEB | Small Airport |
| Bois Blanc Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mackinac County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mackinac Island Airport | MCD | Small Airport |
| Sault Ste Marie Municipal Airport Sanderson Field | - | Small Airport |
| Young's Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Brimley
5 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Mills Indian Police Department | ||
| Chippewa County Sheriff's Department | ||
| Kinross Township Police Department | ||
| Sault Ste Marie Police Department | ||
| Sault Ste. Marie Police - Satellite Office |
Grocery Stores in Brimley
7 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Mills Farmer's Market | Farmers and Markets | 11644 Plantation Road |
| Family Dollar 12069 | Other | 6704 S M 221 |
| Four Season's Market & Deli | Grocery Store | 9253 W 6 Mile Rd |
| Jere Farms | Farmers and Markets | 7557 W M 28 |
| Mikolowski Farms | Farmers and Markets | 7140 S Beaune Rd |
| Paradise Food Pantry Market | Grocery Store | 8271 M 123 |
| Paradise Recreational Sports LLC 1 | Convenience Store | 8165 N M 123 |
Post Offices in Brimley
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Brimley Post Office | |
| Eckerman Post Office | 9925 South Sheldon Road |
| Paradise Post Office | 8196 North M 123 |
| Raco Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Brimley
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Mills Health Center - Substance Abuse Program | Substance Abuse | 906-248-5527 |
| Great Lakes Recovery Centers Inc - New Hope House for Men | Substance Abuse | 906-228-9699 |
| MyMichigan Medical Center - Behavioral Health Center | Both | 906-632-5900 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Brimley
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ALL NATIONS ASSEMBLY OF GOD | PO BOX 286 |
| CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH OF RUDYARD | 17970 S TILSON RD |
| COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH | 29529 W HUNGRY HOLLOW RD |
| FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH | PO BOX 455 |
| PIATT LAKE BIBLE CONFERENCE ASSOCIATION | 6986 S PIATT LAKE RD |
| RUDYARD BIBLE CHURCH | 11124 W MAIN ST |
| SAINT JOSEPH PARISH RUDYARD | 11509 W H 40 |
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Historic Markers Near Brimley
4 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Brimley.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Whitefish Township | Marker is on Michigan Route 123 near North Beaver Road, on the right when traveling north. |
| Emerson | Marker is on State Highway 128 near West South River Road, on the right when traveling north. |
| Whitefish Point Lighthouse | Marker is on North Whitefish Point Road, ½ mile north of West North Shore Road. |
| Post Office | Marker is at the intersection of North Whitefish Point Road and West Wild Cat Road, on the right when traveling north on North Whitefish Point Road. |
Haunted Places Near Brimley
2 reported haunted locations found near Brimley.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Point Iroquois Lighthouse | Point Iroquois Lighthouse, outside of Brimley is said to be haunted, there is a story about a ghost girl who was eaten by a bear, the bear was later killed and parts of the girl where discovered inside. The site is also the location of an Indian battle, which took place in the 1600's, where the Ojibwe and Iroquois had a battle, and the Iroquois's where slaughtered. The lighthouse has had cold spots and figures have been seen. |
| The Town of Sheldrake | is about four miles north of Paradise, Michigan. You can't find Sheldrake on any map, because it if a VERY small town. Few people live there, but none of them will talk about the hauntings. People that live there year-round will see more than any tourist. Lights turning on by themselves, window shades opening without anyone around, and an old sea captain who will disappear when boats pass. They had many fires and boat accidents. |
Bigfoot Sightings Near Brimley
1 Bigfoot sighting reports from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) found near Brimley.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Report 28373: Woman recalls her early morning sighting of a sasquatch east of Brimley | 2011 |
UFO Sightings Near Brimley
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Brimley.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Bay mills township, MI | 2001 | Fireball in the sky over small lake in Michigan's EUP. |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Brimley
What is the population of Brimley?
Brimley has a population of 379 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 217 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.2% female and 43.8% male.
Is Brimley expensive to live in?
Brimley has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $72,885, 3% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $166,500 (41% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Brimley?
Brimley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches, with 120.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Brimley?
The job market in Brimley is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,014. There are 842 business establishments in the area, including 102 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Brimley?
The median home value in Brimley is $166,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,471. The homeownership rate is 97.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,997.
How are the schools in Brimley?
Schools in Brimley score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.7% of adults in Brimley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Brimley?
The obesity rate in Brimley is 35.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.5% of adults are smokers. 25.2% are physically inactive. 29.0% of residents report depression. 6.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 77.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,416.
What is transportation like in Brimley?
The average commute in Brimley is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 89.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.
What are the demographics of Brimley?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Brimley is 77.8% White. 93.5% of residents speak only English at home. 3.0% of the population are military veterans. 16.9% of residents have a disability. 93.1% have health insurance coverage.
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