Median Income
$58,125
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$942
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.7%
14% lower than US avg
How Calumet Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population451
Median Age24.9 yrs
Density358/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Economy
B+
Median Income$58,125
Per Capita$22,621
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,385M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$942
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,176
Health
Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,385 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+85.8%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3
Is Calumet a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Calumet receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Calumet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Calumet is $58,125, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Calumet is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Calumet enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Calumet has a population of 451 with a density of 358 people per square mile. The median age is 24.9 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.1%), with 42.4% Hispanic, 1.3% Asian.
Population
24.9yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.9% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.1% |
| 40% below US avg |
The median household income in Calumet is $58,125, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,125 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,621 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,057 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 280 |
| County GDP | $1,385M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,617 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.02% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Calumet is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $942 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,176.
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,000 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $158,176 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $145 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.3% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $942 |
| 19% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,617 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.02% |
In Calumet, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Calumet vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.6% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.9% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.0% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 15,377/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Calumet vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Calumet has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,385 ft (422 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 358/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6014°N, 98.1248°W |
| County FIPS | 40011 |