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Calumet, MI

Michigan

Calumet is a small town in Michigan with a population of 676. Residents earn $25,234 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
676 Population 3,380/sq mi density
$25,234 Median Income $22,463 per capita
$82,500 Home Value $132,535 Zillow
$640 Median Rent 30.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
283 Violent Crime/100K 2,691 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$25,234 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$82,500 home value, $640/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
283 violent crimes/100K (25% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,234
66% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,500
71% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 283/100K
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $640
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.5%
210% higher than US avg

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

People

Population676
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density3,380/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

D
Median Income$25,234
Per Capita$22,463
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty38.5%
County GDP$77M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,500
Rent$640
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$132,535
Housing Units542
Rent Burden30.5%

Crime

F
Violent283/100K
Property2,691/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault142/100K
Burglary283/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking19.4%
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,210 ft (369 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+11.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute16 min
Broadband76.5%
EV Stations1

Is Calumet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Calumet receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Calumet has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Calumet is $25,234, 66% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 38.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Calumet is $82,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Calumet is below the national average at 283 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,691 per 100,000, 37% above the national average.

Education

25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Calumet has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Calumet has a population of 676 with a density of 3,380 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

676
Total Population
3,380
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Calumet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.4%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.6%
13% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Calumet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calumet is $25,234, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 38.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Calumet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,234
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,463
Avg Weekly Wage$684
IRS Avg AGI$67,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate38.5%
210% above US avg
Establishments (County)85
County GDP$77M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Retail9
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Drive Alone48.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Calumet is $82,500, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $640 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,535.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,500
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$132,535

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$640
45% below US avg
Rent Burden30.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied28.1%
Housing Units542
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Rate8.00%
In Calumet, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 29.5% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Calumet vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma12.4%
COPD9.3%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits63.6%
Premature Death6,845/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access76.7%
Calumet has a violent crime rate of 283 per 100,000 residents, 25% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,691 per 100,000 (37% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent283.3/100K
25% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape141.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault141.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,691.2/100K
37% above US avg
Burglary283.3/100K
Theft2,407.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Calumet has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,210 ft (369 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density3,380/sq mi
Coordinates47.2477°N, 88.4534°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.8-point margin. 76.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 12.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.2%
25% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+11.8%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density3,380/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.5%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Restaurants19
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Drive Alone48.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

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