Canadian Lakes, MI

Michigan

Canadian Lakes is a small town in Michigan with a population of 2,701. Residents earn $69,069 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,701 Population 261/sq mi density
$69,069 Median Income $40,368 per capita
$258,900 Home Value
$800 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$69,069 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$258,900 home value, $800/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,069
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $258,900
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.7%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,701
Median Age65.4 yrs
Density261/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,069
Per Capita$40,368
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,626M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$258,900
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation972 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.7%
High School+99.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute32 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Canadian Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canadian Lakes receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Canadian Lakes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Canadian Lakes is $69,069, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Canadian Lakes is $258,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Canadian Lakes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 61.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Canadian Lakes has a population of 2,701 with a density of 261 people per square mile. The median age is 65.4 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

2,701
Total Population
261
People / sq mi
65.4yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
10.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Canadian Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Canadian Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canadian Lakes is $69,069, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Canadian Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,069
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,368
Avg Weekly Wage$869
IRS Avg AGI$60,778

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)696
County GDP$1,626M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare102
Retail151
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Work from Home15.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Canadian Lakes is $258,900, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$258,900
8% below US avg
Median List Price$439,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$439,950
$/Sq Ft$170
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops28.0%
Inventory25

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Effective Rate1.75%
In Canadian Lakes, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.8% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Canadian Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression29.8%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death8,230/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access57.6%
Healthcare Facilities102

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Canadian Lakes has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall61.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation972 ft (296 m)
Area10.3 sq mi (26.8 km²)
Population Density261/sq mi
Coordinates43.5806°N, 85.3034°W
County FIPS26107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 34.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.7%
3% above US avg
High School+99.6%
School Test Score5.23
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density261/sq mi
Total Area10.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants78
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Work from Home15.5%

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