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Burr Oak, MI

Michigan

Burr Oak is a small town in Michigan with a population of 867. Residents earn $62,625 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
867 Population 858/sq mi density
$62,625 Median Income $26,287 per capita
$101,300 Home Value $178,027 Zillow
$1,022 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
850 Violent Crime/100K 728 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$62,625 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,300 home value, $1,022/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
850 violent crimes/100K (124% above avg)
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,625
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,300
64% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 850/100K
124% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,022
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population867
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density858/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,625
Per Capita$26,287
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$2,875M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,300
Rent$1,022
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,027
Housing Units315
Rent Burden16.7%

Crime

F
Violent850/100K
Property728/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault850/100K
Burglary121/100K

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking17.9%
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation881 ft (269 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+82.3%
Graduate+0.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute25 min
Broadband95.5%
Libraries8

Is Burr Oak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burr Oak receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Burr Oak has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burr Oak is $62,625, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burr Oak is $101,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,022 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 850 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 728 per 100,000, 63% below the national average.

Education

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Burr Oak experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Burr Oak has a population of 867 with a density of 858 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

867
Total Population
858
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Burr Oak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burr Oak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burr Oak is $62,625, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Burr Oak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,625
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,287
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$63,770

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,282
County GDP$2,875M

Business (County)

Restaurants106
Healthcare134
Retail192
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Burr Oak is $101,300, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,022 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,027.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,300
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$178,027

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,022
12% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%
Housing Units315
Median Year Built1942

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Rate5.10%
In Burr Oak, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 29.5% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Burr Oak vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits65.1%
Premature Death10,116/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access61.7%
Healthcare Facilities134
Burr Oak has a violent crime rate of 850 per 100,000 residents, 124% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 728 per 100,000 (63% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent849.5/100K
124% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault849.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property728.2/100K
63% below US avg
Burglary121.4/100K
Theft606.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Burr Oak has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation881 ft (269 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density858/sq mi
Coordinates41.8474°N, 85.3239°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34-point margin. 95.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 32.3%

Winner: Republican by 34 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.2%
93% below US avg
High School+82.3%
Graduate Degree+0.4%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density858/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.5%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities134
Restaurants106
Retail Stores192

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

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