Camden, MI

Michigan

Camden is a small town in Michigan with a population of 614. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
614 Population 768/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $21,826 per capita
$106,500 Home Value $238,184 Zillow
$853 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,500 home value, $853/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.7%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $853
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population614
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density768/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$21,826
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$2,202M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,500
Rent$853
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,184
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.5%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation1,012 ft (308 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.7%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute32 min
Broadband91.7%
Libraries9

Is Camden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camden receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Camden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camden is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Camden is $106,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $853 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Camden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 32.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Camden has a population of 614 with a density of 768 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

614
Total Population
768
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Camden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Camden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camden is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Camden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,826
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$58,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$2,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare81
Retail123
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Camden is $106,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $853 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,184.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,500
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$238,184

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$853
27% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
In Camden, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.5% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma13.3%
COPD13.8%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression34.5%
Mental Distress24.7%
Physical Distress19.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death8,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities81
Camden has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall32.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,012 ft (308 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density768/sq mi
Coordinates41.7549°N, 84.7562°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin. 91.7% 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+2.7%
92% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density768/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.7%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants71
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

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