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Carney, MI

Michigan

Carney is a small town in Michigan with a population of 198. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
198 Population 145/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $25,966 per capita
$115,500 Home Value $173,261 Zillow
$890 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,500 home value, $890/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,500
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $890
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$25,966
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$971M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,500
Rent$890
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,261
Housing Units91
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking17.8%
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation805 ft (245 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+86.2%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute21 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries4

Is Carney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carney receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Carney offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carney is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carney is $115,500, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Carney has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°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.

Carney has a population of 198 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 3% Hispanic, 5.1% Black.

Population

198
Total Population
145
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Carney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carney is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Carney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,966
Avg Weekly Wage$925
IRS Avg AGI$58,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)491
County GDP$971M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare33
Retail61
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,886
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Carney is $115,500, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $890 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,261.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,500
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,261

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$890
23% 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-Occupied77.9%
Housing Units91
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,886
11% above US avg
Effective Rate3.36%
In Carney, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 30.6% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression30.6%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits66.8%
Premature Death7,684/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities33
Carney has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°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

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation805 ft (245 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates45.5935°N, 87.5547°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.6-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+86.2%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density145/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants48
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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