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Bruce Crossing, MI

Michigan

Bruce Crossing is a small town in Michigan with a population of 266. Residents earn $70,417 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
266 Population 59/sq mi density
$70,417 Median Income $31,188 per capita
$105,100 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$70,417 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,100 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,417
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population266
Median Age64.1 yrs
Density59/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans26.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,417
Per Capita$31,188
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$169M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units123
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking17.8%
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,132 ft (345 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+88.9%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute39 min
Broadband88.8%
Libraries4

Is Bruce Crossing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bruce Crossing receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Bruce Crossing offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bruce Crossing is $70,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bruce Crossing is $105,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Bruce Crossing has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 177.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bruce Crossing has a population of 266 with a density of 59 people per square mile. The median age is 64.1 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 4.9% Hispanic.

Population

266
Total Population
59
People / sq mi
64.1yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bruce Crossing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bruce Crossing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bruce Crossing is $70,417, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Bruce Crossing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,417
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,188
Avg Weekly Wage$685
IRS Avg AGI$54,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)191
County GDP$169M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare14
Retail28
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,840
10% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.0 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bruce Crossing is $105,100, 63% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,100
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.9%
Housing Units123
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,840
10% above US avg
Effective Rate3.65%
In Bruce Crossing, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 30.1% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bruce Crossing vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,934
Dentists1:1,954
Mental Health1:2,953
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits61.2%
Premature Death13,371/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access61.0%
Healthcare Facilities14
Bruce Crossing has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 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) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall177.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,132 ft (345 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates46.5394°N, 89.1779°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.4-point margin. 88.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+88.9%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density59/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants29
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.0 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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