Caro, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Tuscola County County
Caro, MI
At a Glance
How Caro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Caro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Caro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Caro residents earn a median household income of $41,940 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,267. The unemployment rate stands at 11.7% (225% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 921 business establishments, including 66 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Caro is $102,200 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $185,718. Median rent is $728/month, with 28.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1961.
Safety & Crime
Caro reports 635 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 67% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,645/100K.
Education
15.7% of adults in Caro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 90.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Caro has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.