Carsonville, MI

Michigan

Carsonville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 433. Residents earn $55,313 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
433 Population 373/sq mi density
$55,313 Median Income $22,877 per capita
$99,000 Home Value $189,307 Zillow
$988 Median Rent 35.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$55,313 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,000 home value, $988/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,313
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $988
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population433
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density373/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,313
Per Capita$22,877
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,747M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,000
Rent$988
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,307
Housing Units187
Rent Burden35.5%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking18.7%
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation796 ft (243 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+83.0%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute28 min
Broadband82.1%
Libraries8

Is Carsonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carsonville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Carsonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carsonville is $55,313, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carsonville is $99,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $988 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Carsonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Carsonville has a population of 433 with a density of 373 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

433
Total Population
373
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Carsonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carsonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carsonville is $55,313, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Carsonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,313
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,877
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$57,237

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)879
County GDP$1,747M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare103
Retail134
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Carsonville is $99,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $988 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,307.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$189,307

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$988
15% below US avg
Rent Burden35.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.7%
Housing Units187
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Carsonville, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 30.0% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death9,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access40.5%
Healthcare Facilities103
Carsonville has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation796 ft (243 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density373/sq mi
Coordinates43.4257°N, 82.6730°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin. 82.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+83.0%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density373/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.1%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants71
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home1.6%

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