Chassell, MI

Michigan

Chassell is a small town in Michigan with a population of 905. Residents earn $55,417 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
905 Population 250/sq mi density
$55,417 Median Income $37,638 per capita
$170,700 Home Value
$711 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$55,417 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,700 home value, $711/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,417
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,700
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.6%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent $711
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population905
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density250/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,417
Per Capita$37,638
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$77M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,700
Rent$711
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units570
Rent Burden36.3%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking14.1%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation765 ft (233 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.6%
High School+99.2%
Graduate+17.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute16 min
Broadband89.7%

Is Chassell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chassell receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Chassell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chassell is $55,417, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chassell is $170,700, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $711 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Chassell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Chassell has a population of 905 with a density of 250 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

905
Total Population
250
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Chassell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chassell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chassell is $55,417, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Chassell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,417
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,638
Avg Weekly Wage$684
IRS Avg AGI$67,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)85
County GDP$77M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Retail9
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Drive Alone74.9%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home14.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Chassell is $170,700, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $711 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,700
39% below US avg
Median List Price$550,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$550,000
$/Sq Ft$133
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$711
39% below US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.4%
Housing Units570
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Rate3.87%
In Chassell, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep30.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits71.3%
Premature Death6,845/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access76.7%
Chassell has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation765 ft (233 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density250/sq mi
Coordinates47.0361°N, 88.5307°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 40.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.8-point margin. 89.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 12.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.6%
20% above US avg
High School+99.2%
Graduate Degree+17.6%
School Test Score5.23
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density250/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.7%
Restaurants19
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Drive Alone74.9%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home14.4%

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