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Canada Creek Ranch, MI

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Canada Creek Ranch is a small town in Michigan with a population of 328. Residents earn $72,991 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
328 Population 147/sq mi density
$72,991 Median Income $40,183 per capita
$177,000 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$72,991 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$177,000 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,991
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $177,000
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.8%
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

How Canada Creek Ranch Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population328
Median Age67.9 yrs
Density147/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$72,991
Per Capita$40,183
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$310M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$177,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units612
Rent Burden36.9%

Health

Obesity33.2%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking14.8%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation817 ft (249 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+8.9%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute27 min
Broadband92.1%
Libraries3

Is Canada Creek Ranch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canada Creek Ranch receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Canada Creek Ranch stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Canada Creek Ranch is $72,991, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Canada Creek Ranch is $177,000, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Canada Creek Ranch has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Canada Creek Ranch has a population of 328 with a density of 147 people per square mile. The median age is 67.9 years, 75% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%).

Population

328
Total Population
147
People / sq mi
67.9yrs
Median Age
75% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Canada Creek Ranch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Canada Creek Ranch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canada Creek Ranch is $72,991, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Canada Creek Ranch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,991
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,183
Avg Weekly Wage$795
IRS Avg AGI$50,653

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)231
County GDP$310M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare14
Retail38
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Canada Creek Ranch is $177,000, 37% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,000
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden36.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.6%
Housing Units612
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Canada Creek Ranch, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Canada Creek Ranch vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.1%
Dental Visits56.4%
Premature Death11,676/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access16.5%
Healthcare Facilities14
Canada Creek Ranch has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density147/sq mi
Coordinates45.1729°N, 84.2099°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.3-point margin. 92.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 45.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.8%
23% below US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+8.9%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density147/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants26
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

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