Cement City, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Cement City is a small town in Michigan with a population of 584. Residents earn $50,750 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
584 Population 656/sq mi density
$50,750 Median Income $23,694 per capita
$100,900 Home Value $242,476 Zillow
$888 Median Rent 22.4% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,750 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,900 home value, $888/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,750
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,900
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $888
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population584
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density656/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,750
Per Capita$23,694
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$9,061M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,900
Rent$888
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$242,476
Rent Burden22.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Elevation1,056 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+80.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute26 min
Broadband81.1%
Libraries14

Is Cement City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cement City receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cement City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cement City is $50,750, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cement City is $100,900, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Cement City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cement City has a population of 584 with a density of 656 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

584
Total Population
656
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cement City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cement City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cement City is $50,750, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Cement City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,750
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,694
Avg Weekly Wage$1,195
IRS Avg AGI$64,973

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,104
County GDP$9,061M

Business (County)

Restaurants259
Healthcare404
Retail484
Manufacturing251

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,416
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Cement City is $100,900, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $888 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $242,476.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,900
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$242,476

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$888
24% below US avg
Rent Burden22.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,416
55% above US avg
Effective Rate5.37%
In Cement City, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cement City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death9,855/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access74.4%
Healthcare Facilities404

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28

Safety Score

Cement City has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.3 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density656/sq mi
Coordinates42.0684°N, 84.3276°W
County FIPS26075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 81.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+80.8%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density656/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.1%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities404
Restaurants259
Retail Stores484

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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