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Buena Vista, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Bay County County
Buena Vista, MI
At a Glance
How Buena Vista Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Buena Vista's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Buena Vista a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Buena Vista residents earn a median household income of $38,835 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,104. The unemployment rate stands at 8.1% (125% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,117 business establishments, including 211 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Buena Vista is $51,800 , 82% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $123,169. Median rent is $875/month, with 51.0% 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 1961.
Safety & Crime
Buena Vista reports 1,689 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 344% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,417/100K.
Education
7.5% of adults in Buena Vista hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below the national average). 83.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Buena Vista has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.