Median Income
$56,711
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$203,400
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,096
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.7%
10% higher than US avg
How Cedar Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,661
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density1,849/mi²
Male / Female41% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
B+
Median Income$56,711
Per Capita$26,797
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$60,316M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$203,400
Rent$1,096
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,643
Health
Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation851 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute28 min
Libraries31
Is Cedar Springs a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cedar Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cedar Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cedar Springs is $56,711, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.7% 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 Cedar Springs is $203,400, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,096 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Cedar Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Cedar Springs has a population of 3,661 with a density of 1,849 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 4.8% Hispanic.
Population
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Cedar Springs vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Cedar Springs vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Cedar Springs is $56,711, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Cedar Springs vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,711 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,797 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,198 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,553 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 17,705 |
| County GDP | $60,316M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,419 |
| Healthcare | 1,927 |
| Retail | 2,160 |
| Manufacturing | 1,097 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,376 |
| 111% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.63% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.5% |
The median home value in Cedar Springs is $203,400, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,096 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,643.
Home Values
| Census Median | $203,400 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $332,643 |
| Median List Price | $337,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $337,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $183 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.1% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 6 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,096 |
| 6% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,376 |
| 111% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.63% |
In Cedar Springs, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.7% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cedar Springs vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.1% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 32.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.7% |
| Physical Distress | 16.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,630/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,927 |
Crime Rates: Cedar Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 50 |
Safety Score
Cedar Springs 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 47.1°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.5 inches |
| 1% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 48.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 851 ft (259 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,849/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2204°N, 85.5544°W |
| County FIPS | 26081 |