Home Value $98,500

65% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.2%

79% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.7%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.4%

6% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 16.7%

35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population155

Median Age61.1 yrs

Density125/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans7.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$30,576

Unemployment3.4%

Poverty16.7%

County GDP$2,202M

Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$98,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units125

Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity38.7%

Uninsured8.8%

Smoking21.7%

Depression30.8%

Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain39.5 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation1,073 ft (327 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.2%

High School+76.0%

Graduate+3.0%

School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%

Commute16 min

Broadband80.0%

Libraries9

Is Cambria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cambria receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Cambria faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.7% 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 Cambria is $98,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Cambria experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cambria has a population of 155 with a density of 125 people per square mile. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 3.2% Black.

Population

155

Total Population

125

People / sq mi

61.1yrs

Median Age

57% above US avg

1.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%

Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cambria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.9%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	2.1%
	84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cambria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cambria is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Cambria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$30,576
Avg Weekly Wage	$991
IRS Avg AGI	$58,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.4%
	6% below US avg
Poverty Rate	16.7%
	35% above US avg
Establishments (County)	880
County GDP	$2,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants	71
Healthcare	81
Retail	123
Manufacturing	75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,053
	16% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.5 min
Drive Alone	82.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cambria is $98,500, 65% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$98,500
	65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	88.8%
Housing Units	125
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,053
	16% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.11%

In Cambria, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 21.7% are current smokers. 30.8% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.7%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	11.7%
Heart Disease	7.4%
High Blood Pressure	36.3%
Asthma	11.9%
COPD	10.3%
Cancer	7.8%
Stroke	3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.7%
	55% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.9%
Physical Inactivity	28.3%
Depression	30.8%
Mental Distress	21.1%
Physical Distress	16.1%
Short Sleep	35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	87.4%
Uninsured	8.8%
	2% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.9%
Dental Visits	62.0%
Premature Death	8,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	60.9%
Healthcare Facilities	81

Cambria has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	47.9°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.5 inches
	4% above US avg
Snowfall	44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,073 ft (327 m)
Area	1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density	125/sq mi
Coordinates	41.8151°N, 84.6606°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County FIPS	26059

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%

D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.2%
	79% below US avg
High School+	76.0%
Graduate Degree+	3.0%
School Test Score	5.23

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	125/sq mi
Total Area	1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	80.0%
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	81
Restaurants	71
Retail Stores	123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.5 min
Drive Alone	82.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Cambria, MI

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Cambria a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Cambria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Cambria vs U.S. Average

Income: Cambria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities