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Brimley, MI

Michigan

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.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
379 Population 217/sq mi density
$72,885 Median Income $40,801 per capita
$166,500 Home Value $214,670 Zillow
43°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$72,885 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,500 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,885
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,500
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population379
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density217/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,885
Per Capita$40,801
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$1,603M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,670
Housing Units316
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking18.5%
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation664 ft (202 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+10.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.1%
EV Stations3
Libraries6

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, abundant sunshine, 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 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Brimley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 94.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Brimley has a population of 379 with a density of 217 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.8%), with 20.3% Hispanic.

Population

379
Total Population
217
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Brimley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brimley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brimley is $72,885, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Brimley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)842
County GDP$1,603M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare90
Retail137
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,997
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Brimley is $166,500, 41% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,670.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,500
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$214,670

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.5%
Housing Units316
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,997
14% above US avg
Effective Rate2.40%
In Brimley, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 29.0% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma12.7%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death7,385/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access77.0%
Healthcare Facilities90
Brimley has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall94.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation664 ft (202 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density217/sq mi
Coordinates46.4073°N, 84.5833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.3-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%
D 37%

Winner: Republican by 24.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+10.6%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density217/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities90
Restaurants102
Retail Stores137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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