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Casnovia, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Casnovia is a small town in Michigan with a population of 394. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
394 Population 372/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $36,822 per capita
$151,400 Home Value $303,159 Zillow
$1,111 Median Rent 23.6% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,400 home value, $1,111/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,400
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,111
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population394
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density372/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$36,822
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$60,316M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,400
Rent$1,111
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$303,159
Housing Units128
Rent Burden23.6%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking17.8%
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation881 ft (269 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute21 min
Broadband88.3%
Libraries31

Is Casnovia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Casnovia receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Casnovia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Casnovia is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Casnovia is $151,400, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Casnovia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Casnovia has a population of 394 with a density of 372 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.8%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

394
Total Population
372
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Casnovia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.9%
1% above US avg
Spanish21.1%
57% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Casnovia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Casnovia is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Casnovia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,822
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$88,553

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)17,705
County GDP$60,316M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,419
Healthcare1,927
Retail2,160
Manufacturing1,097

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,376
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Casnovia is $151,400, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,111 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $303,159.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,400
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$303,159

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$134
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.8%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,111
4% below US avg
Rent Burden23.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.2%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,376
111% above US avg
Effective Rate4.87%
In Casnovia, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 30.0% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits64.5%
Premature Death6,630/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access95.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,927
Casnovia has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation881 ft (269 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density372/sq mi
Coordinates43.2320°N, 85.7875°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.4-point margin. 88.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 51.8%

Winner: Democrat by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density372/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.3%
Public Libraries31
Healthcare Facilities1,927
Restaurants1,419
Retail Stores2,160

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

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