Bronson, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Branch County County
Bronson, MI
At a Glance
How Bronson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bronson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bronson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bronson residents earn a median household income of $46,607 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,460. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 869 business establishments, including 82 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bronson is $93,900 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $177,267. Median rent is $775/month, with 21.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Safety & Crime
Bronson reports 133 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 65% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,936/100K.
Education
10.5% of adults in Bronson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 91.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bronson has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches.