Caseville, MI

Michigan

Caseville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 675. Residents earn $54,306 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
675 Population 603/sq mi density
$54,306 Median Income $36,305 per capita
$158,200 Home Value $211,404 Zillow
$519 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
266 Violent Crime/100K 3,462 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,306 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,200 home value, $519/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
266 violent crimes/100K (30% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,306
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,200
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 266/100K
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $519
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population675
Median Age60.1 yrs
Density603/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans13.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,306
Per Capita$36,305
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$1,769M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,200
Rent$519
Ownership73.0%
Zillow$211,404
Rent Burden22.1%

Crime

F
Violent266/100K
Property3,462/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault133/100K
Burglary266/100K

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Elevation592 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband77.4%
Libraries10

Is Caseville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caseville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Caseville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caseville is $54,306, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Caseville is $158,200, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $519 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Caseville is below the national average at 266 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,462 per 100,000, 77% above the national average.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Caseville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Caseville has a population of 675 with a density of 603 people per square mile. The median age is 60.1 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

675
Total Population
603
People / sq mi
60.1yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Caseville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Caseville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caseville is $54,306, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Caseville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,306
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,305
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$56,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)921
County GDP$1,769M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare108
Retail136
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Caseville is $158,200, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $519 (55% below US avg). 73.0% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,404.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,200
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,404

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$519
55% below US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.0%
Owner-Occupied73.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Rate2.31%
In Caseville, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death9,016/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities108
Caseville has a violent crime rate of 266 per 100,000 residents, 30% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,462 per 100,000 (77% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent266.3/100K
30% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape133.2/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault133.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,462.1/100K
77% above US avg
Burglary266.3/100K
Theft3,195.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Caseville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation592 ft (180 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density603/sq mi
Coordinates43.9416°N, 83.2753°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 77.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+87.6%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density603/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.4%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants66
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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