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Carp Lake, MI

Michigan · Emmet County

Carp Lake is a small town in Michigan with a population of 407. Residents earn $27,318 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
407 Population 198/sq mi density
$27,318 Median Income $21,835 per capita
$170,800 Home Value $244,655 Zillow
$565 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
247 Violent Crime/100K 5,062 property/100K
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$27,318 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$170,800 home value, $565/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
247 violent crimes/100K (35% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $27,318
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,800
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 247/100K
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $565
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.4%
161% higher than US avg

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

People

Population407
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density198/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$27,318
Per Capita$21,835
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty32.4%
County GDP$2,559M
Commute22 min

Housing

B
Home Value$170,800
Rent$565
Ownership67.7%
Zillow$244,655
Housing Units459
Rent Burden28.8%

Crime

F
Violent247/100K
Property5,062/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking18.4%
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation733 ft (223 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+95.4%
Graduate+8.6%
School Score6.05

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute22 min
Broadband81.9%
EV Stations9
Libraries5

Is Carp Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carp Lake receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Carp Lake has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carp Lake is $27,318, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 32.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carp Lake is $170,800, 39% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $565 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Carp Lake is below the national average at 247 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,062 per 100,000, 158% above the national average.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Carp Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°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.

Carp Lake has a population of 407 with a density of 198 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.1% female and 45.9% male. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 3.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 4.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 30.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

407
Total Population
198
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Carp Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carp Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carp Lake is $27,318, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,835 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,066, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,558 business establishments, including 145 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Carp Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,318
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,835
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$92,368
Gini Index0.463 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.4%
161% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,558
County GDP$2,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants145
Healthcare188
Retail248
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,226
192% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Carp Lake is $170,800, 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,655, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $565 (51% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 67.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 459 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $10,226 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,800
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$244,655

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$565
51% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.7%
Owner-Occupied67.7%
Renter-Occupied32.3%
Housing Units459
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,226
192% above US avg
Effective Rate5.99%
In Carp Lake, 36.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 33.0% have high blood pressure. 18.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.8% report binge drinking. 25.2% are physically inactive. 30.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.2% experience frequent mental distress. 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:856. The dentist ratio is 1:854. 76.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Carp Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Primary Care1:856
Dentists1:854
Mental Health1:217
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits63.7%
Premature Death6,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access76.6%
Healthcare Facilities188
Carp Lake has a violent crime rate of 247 per 100,000 residents, 35% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,062 per 100,000, 158% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Carp Lake receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Carp Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent246.9/100K
35% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property5,061.7/100K
158% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents7
Avg Accident Severity3.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Carp Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 733 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation733 ft (223 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²)
Population Density198/sq mi
Coordinates45.6969°N, 84.7503°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
CountyEmmet County County
Nearest AirportPellston Regional/Emmet County (PLN)
9 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Sep) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score38.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability31.7 / 100
Community Resilience96.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

54 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 50 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 20, 2022 EF3 81 km 2
Jul 3, 1974 EF3 74 km 0
Oct 18, 2007 EF2 99 km 0
Jul 31, 1977 EF2 83 km 0
May 8, 1964 EF2 81 km 0
Jul 4, 1957 EF2 81 km 0
Sep 1, 2014 EF1 89 km 0
Oct 18, 2007 EF1 48 km 0
Aug 1, 2002 EF1 60 km 0
Jul 3, 1999 EF1 99 km 0
Jul 9, 1993 EF1 69 km 0
Jul 5, 1993 EF1 20 km 0
Jul 5, 1993 EF1 20 km 0
Aug 16, 1988 EF1 67 km 0
Aug 12, 1988 EF1 60 km 0
Jul 12, 1987 EF1 66 km 0
Aug 8, 1986 EF1 78 km 0
Sep 7, 1985 EF1 76 km 0
Aug 16, 1978 EF1 83 km 0
Aug 16, 1978 EF1 31 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

9 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,059 ac, 1994).

Year Name Acres Distance
1994 UNNAMED 4,059 96 km
2006 UNNAMED 4,020 97 km
2022 BLUE LAKES 2,554 66 km
1998 CAMP FAUNCE 1,922 61 km
1995 UNNAMED 1,844 94 km
1985 CRAWFORD45 1,412 96 km
1999 MACKINAC3 741 58 km
2019 RIFLE RANGE 729 73 km
2006 UNNAMED 575 93 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 18°F (-8°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 28°F (-3°C) 1.8 in
April 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in Wettest
October 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.8 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 2.3 in

Carp Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 17°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.3").

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Carp Lake is located in Emmet County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 16.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 52% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 54.6% of the vote, a 10.8-point margin. 81.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 9 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 188 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 94.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents7
Avg Accident Severity3.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+95.4%
Graduate Degree+8.6%
School Test Score6.05
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density198/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi
CountyEmmet County County

Services

Broadband Access81.9%
Avg Download Speed175.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed81.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants145
Retail Stores248

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%
Average costs for common services in Carp Lake. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit $337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit $192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit $2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning $125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling $241 ($144–$385)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement $289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4) $577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement $192 ($96–$337)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair $385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install $6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair $962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement $8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested) $14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense $4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation $481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation $2,405 ($962–$4,810)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full) $144 ($72–$241)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $77 ($48–$125)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread $3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb) $0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly) $67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly) $82 ($48–$144)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($14–$72)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly) $385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter $289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter $192 ($96–$385)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$577
Toddler$577
Preschool$577
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$586
Toddler$606
Preschool$606
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Emmet County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 2,948 206 $43,699 1.66
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,741 177 $67,765 1.08
Accommodation & Food Services 2,402 138 $35,386 1.49
Manufacturing 1,564 62 $72,840 1.07
Construction 1,501 258 $62,107 1.61
Administrative & Waste Services 925 97 $51,130 0.89
Other Services 682 143 $43,219 1.28
Arts & Entertainment 596 38 $43,417 2.00
Finance & Insurance 317 62 $89,080 0.44
Real Estate 264 56 $57,967 0.96
Information & Technology 169 20 $64,648 0.51
Agriculture & Forestry 120 18 $43,150 0.84
Educational Services 83 12 $34,575 0.23
Unclassified 62 20 $37,462 2.51

Radio Stations near Carp Lake

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Carp Lake

3 campgrounds found near Carp Lake.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BREVOORT LAKE CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 34 $26–$48
LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE 4.3/5 33 $26
CARP RIVER CAMPGROUND 4.2/5 20 $24

National Parks Near Carp Lake

20 national parks and monuments found near Carp Lake.

ParkTypeFee
Aloha State Park State Park Free
Brimley State Park State Park Free
Burt Lake State Park State Park Free
Charters Traverse City State Park State Park Free
Cheboygan State Park State Park Free
Cut River Bridge Roadside Park State Park Free
Fisherman's Island State Park State Park Free
Hartwick Pines State Park State Park Free
Hoeft State Park State Park Free
Leelanau State Park State Park Free
Mackinac State Park State Park Free
Meyer & Keystone Soccer State Park Free
Muskallonge Lake State Park State Park Free
Old Mission Peninsula State Park State Park Free
Onaway State Park State Park Free
Otsego Lake State Park State Park Free
Petoskey State Park State Park Free
Tahquamenon Falls State Park State Park Free
Wilderness State Park State Park Free
Young State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Carp Lake

105+ trails found near Carp Lake.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BREVOORT-CEDARVILLE OHV 35.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
RED CREEK-CEDARVILLE SNOMO 24.3 SNOW — — —
CARP RIVER SNOMO 19.5 SNOW — — —
CASTLE ROCK SNOMO 17.5 SNOW — — —
CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE 12.6 WATER — — —
PINE RIVER CANOE ROUTE 10.2 WATER — — —
BREVOORT RIVER CANOE 9.7 WATER — — —
MORAN OHV 7.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 7.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE 7.5 WATER — — —
CARP RIVER HIKING TRAIL 5.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TROUT LAKE-REXTON SNOMO 4.4 SNOW — — —
CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE 4.3 WATER — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 3.8 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE 3.7 WATER — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE 2.5 WATER — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ST MARTINS SKI - LOOP B 2.1 SNOW — — —
ST MARTINS SKI LOOP A 2.0 SNOW — — —
SAND DUNES SKI 1.9 SNOW — — —
SAND DUNES SKI 1.8 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAND DUNES/NCT CONNECTOR 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAND DUNES SKI 1.4 SNOW — — —
SAND DUNES SKI 1.3 SNOW — — —
SAND DUNES SKI 1.2 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAND DUNES SKI 1.1 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MARIGOLD TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAND DUNES SKI 0.8 SNOW — — —
GROS CAP - WAABOOZ (RABBIT) 0.8 SNOW — — —
GROS CAP - WAABOOZ (RABBIT) 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
CARP RIVER HIKING TRAIL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ASPEN TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GROS CAP BINE (GROUSE) LOOP 0.7 SNOW — — —
GROS CAP BINE (GROUSE) LOOP 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
CARP RIVER HIKING TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FOLEY CREEK 0.5 OTHER Yes — —
FOLEY CREEK A 0.5 OTHER Yes — —
GROS CAP GIIKINAWAABAM (LEARN) 0.4 SNOW — — —
GROS CAP GIIKINAWAABAM (LEARN) 0.4 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — Yes —
FISHERMAN'S HIKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.4 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 Yes — —
RIDGE TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 OTHER Yes — —
CARP RIVER HIKING TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.1 Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.1 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.1 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.1 Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.1 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.1 OTHER Yes — —
FOLEY CREEK B 0.1 OTHER Yes — —
GROS CAP EMPLOYEE SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
GROS CAP EMPLOYEE SPUR 0.1 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
GROS CAP LOOK OUT SPUR 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes —
GROS CAP LOOK OUT SPUR 0.0 SNOW — — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 OTHER Yes — —

Museums in Carp Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GREAT LAKES LIGHTHOUSE KEEPERS ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION707 N HURON AVE2314365580$269,382
ICEBREAKER MACKINAC MARITIME MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM131 S HURON AVE2314369826$238,532
HARBOR SPRINGS AREA-HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2315269771$179,021
MACKINAW AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1425 WEST CENTRAL AVENUE$147,044
MICHILIMACKINAC HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION334 N STATE ST9066436627$80,063
FORTDE BUADE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9066436627
MACKINAC ISLAND STATE PARK COMMISSIONGENERAL MUSEUM2314365276
MACKINAC STATE HISTORIC PARKSGENERAL MUSEUM2314364100
MUSEUM OF OJIBWA CULTUREGENERAL MUSEUM9066439161
WAUGOSHANCE LIGHTHOUSE PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Carp Lake

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MACKINAW AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY528 WEST CENTRAL AVENUE0.034,341
MACKINAC ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY7549 MAIN STREET0.022,037
SAINT IGNACE PUBLIC LIBRARY110 WEST SPRUCE STREET0.017,196
TOPINABEE PUBLIC LIBRARY1576 STRAITS HIGHWAY0.03,200

Farmers Markets in Carp Lake

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bayside Farmers Market13 S. State Street07/03/2014 to 09/25/2014Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Bliss Farmer's MarketCorner of Sturgeon Bay Rd. & Pleasantview Rd.06/04/2016 to 10/29/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Pellston Farmers MarketUS 31 and Main Street06/01/2014 to 09/30/2014Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;

Restaurants in Carp Lake

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harbor Lights Grille

Golf Courses in Carp Lake

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mackinaw Club
Wilderness Golf Course

Breweries in Carp Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Key Hole BarBars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, recreation, Night Clubs, Taverns, Bar323 E Central Ave2314365745, 2314367911Visit

Cell Towers in Carp Lake

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2022 US HWY 2 WEST (St.Ignace - 120009945)TOWER114
Mackinaw Cell Site 212 N. Huron AveTOWER99
13951 DOUGLAS ROAD (94971)GTOWER98
13951 DOUGLAS ROAD (94971)GTOWER98
6182 N. Extension (CHEBOYGAN CELL SITE)TOWER95
6919 SOUTH EXTENSION ROAD (94997)GTOWER93
6919 SOUTH EXTENSION ROAD (94997)GTOWER93
8867 POTTER ROAD (94948)GTOWER93
8867 POTTER ROAD (94948)GTOWER93
6123 Reed RdTOWER61
5459 Levering Road (94513)GTOWER59
5459 Levering Road (94513)GTOWER59
19900 STIMPSON ROAD (94982)GTOWER47
19900 STIMPSON ROAD (94982)GTOWER47

Fire Stations in Carp Lake

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Carp Lake Township Fire Department6321 E Gill RDVolunteer231-537-2100

Bridges in Carp Lake

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete1933314,661F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19593131,661F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19602281,100F
SlabWood or Timber201922289G
CulvertSteel196333100P
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196024160F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196029440G
SlabWood or Timber20062316G

Amtrak Stations in Carp Lake

3 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Mackinaw City, MI102 South Huron Ave.BUS
Pellston, MI45 South US Hwy 31BUS
St. Ignace, MI700 West US Hwy 2BUS

Airports Near Carp Lake

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chippewa County International AirportCIUMedium Airport
Pellston Regional Airport of Emmet County AirportPLNMedium Airport
Air Park North—Small Airport
Albert J Lindberg Airport—Small Airport
Antrim County AirportACBSmall Airport
Atlanta Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Bar River AirportYEBSmall Airport
Black River Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Bois Blanc Airport—Small Airport
Boyne City Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Boyne Mountain Airport—Small Airport
Campbell-Pratt Airport—Small Airport
Charlevoix Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Cheboygan County Airport—Small Airport
Deer Lake Airpark—Small Airport
Dvoracek Field—Small Airport
East Jordan City Airport—Small Airport
Gaylord Regional AirportGLRSmall Airport
Harbor Springs Airport—Small Airport
Hiawatha Sportsmans Club Airport—Small Airport
Hoffman's Black Mountain Aerodrome—Small Airport
Luce County Airport—Small Airport
Mackinac County Airport—Small Airport
Mackinac Island AirportMCDSmall Airport
Pbeaaye Airport—Small Airport
Torchport Airport—Small Airport
Young's Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Carp Lake

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Mackinac County Sheriff's Office
Mackinac Island Police Department7374 Market Street
Mackinaw City Police Department102 South Huron Avenue
Saint Ignace Police Department

Grocery Stores in Carp Lake

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Carp Lake General StoreConvenience Store6420 E Gill Rd

Treatment Centers in Carp Lake

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Center IncSubstance Abuse906-984-2080
Sault Tribe Health and Human Services - Behavioral Health ProgramSubstance Abuse906-635-6075

DOL Wage Violations in Carp Lake

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $4,697 in back wages owed to 20 employees.

1
Violations
$4,697
Back Wages Owed
20
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Vic Daily Carpentry — — 49718 — 1 $4,697 $235 20

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Carp Lake

What is the population of Carp Lake?

Carp Lake has a population of 407 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 198 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.3 years. The population is 54.1% female and 45.9% male.

Is Carp Lake expensive to live in?

Carp Lake has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $27,318, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $170,800 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $565 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Carp Lake safe?

Carp Lake is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 247 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,062 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Carp Lake receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Carp Lake?

Carp Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Carp Lake?

Carp Lake has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,066. There are 1,558 business establishments in the area, including 145 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 3.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Carp Lake?

The median home value in Carp Lake is $170,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,655. For renters, the median monthly rent is $565. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.7%. The average annual property tax is $10,226.

How are the schools in Carp Lake?

Schools in Carp Lake score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.3% of adults in Carp Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Carp Lake?

The obesity rate in Carp Lake is 36.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.4% of adults are smokers. 25.2% are physically inactive. 30.2% of residents report depression. 7.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 76.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:856.

What is transportation like in Carp Lake?

The average commute in Carp Lake is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 94.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Carp Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Carp Lake is 91.9% White, 3.4% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 30.6% of residents have a disability. 97.2% have health insurance coverage.

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