Michigan
Cadillac is a small city in Michigan with a population of 10,404. Residents earn $50,512 per year, which is 33% below the national average.
Based on current data, Cadillac receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cadillac offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Cadillac is $50,512, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Cadillac is $117,500, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 565 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,304 per 100,000, 69% above the national average.
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Cadillac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,512 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,901 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,007 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,837 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 895 |
| County GDP | $1,744M |
| Restaurants | 90 |
| Healthcare | 112 |
| Retail | 176 |
| Manufacturing | 50 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,662 |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.97% |
| Commute Time | 12.4 min |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |
| Census Median | $117,500 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $222,913 |
| Median List Price | $194,900 |
| Median List Price | $194,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $169 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.3% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 42 |
| Census Median Rent | $806 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,662 |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.97% |
| Obesity | 39.4% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.7% |
| Depression | 30.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,389/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 112 |
| Total Violent | 565.3/100K |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 146.2/100K |
| Robbery | 29.2/100K |
| Assault | 389.8/100K |
| Total Property | 3,303.8/100K |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 506.8/100K |
| Theft | 2,719.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 78.0/100K |
| Arson | 9.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 44.5°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 35.2 inches |
| 7% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,297 ft (395 m) |
| Area | 8.3 sq mi (21.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,250/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.2513°N, 85.4140°W |
| County FIPS | 26165 |
Winner: Republican by 34.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.1% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,250/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 8 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 11 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 112 |
| Restaurants | 90 |
| Retail Stores | 176 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 12.4 min |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |