Britton, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Britton is a small town in Michigan with a population of 695. Residents earn $78,125 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
695 Population 880/sq mi density
$78,125 Median Income $31,553 per capita
$157,500 Home Value $278,684 Zillow
$888 Median Rent 34.2% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$78,125 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,500 home value, $888/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,125
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $157,500
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $888
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population695
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density880/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,125
Per Capita$31,553
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$8,136M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,500
Rent$888
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$278,684
Rent Burden34.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Elevation701 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute33 min
Broadband86.6%
Libraries18

Is Britton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Britton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Britton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Britton is $78,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Britton is $157,500, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Britton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 39.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Britton has a population of 695 with a density of 880 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

695
Total Population
880
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Britton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Britton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Britton is $78,125, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Britton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,125
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,553
Avg Weekly Wage$1,164
IRS Avg AGI$72,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,514
County GDP$8,136M

Business (County)

Restaurants276
Healthcare282
Retail371
Manufacturing126

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,560
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Britton is $157,500, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $888 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,684.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,500
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$278,684
Median List Price$224,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$224,950
$/Sq Ft$125
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$888
24% below US avg
Rent Burden34.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,560
30% above US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In Britton, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death8,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities282

Crime Rates: Britton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Britton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall39.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation701 ft (214 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density880/sq mi
Coordinates41.9877°N, 83.8305°W
County FIPS26115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin. 86.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.9%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density880/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.6%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities282
Restaurants276
Retail Stores371

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

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