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Chatham, MI

Michigan

Chatham is a small town in Michigan with a population of 123. Residents earn $47,813 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
123 Population 50/sq mi density
$47,813 Median Income $38,448 per capita
$154,200 Home Value $199,010 Zillow
$683 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,813 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$154,200 home value, $683/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,813
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,200
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population123
Median Age65.3 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,813
Per Capita$38,448
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty18.0%
County GDP$332M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,200
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,010
Housing Units93
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking14.2%
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation891 ft (272 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+99.1%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute20 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries1

Is Chatham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chatham receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Chatham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chatham is $47,813, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chatham is $154,200, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Chatham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches, including 164.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Chatham has a population of 123 with a density of 50 people per square mile. The median age is 65.3 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%).

Population

123
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
65.3yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Chatham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chatham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chatham is $47,813, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Chatham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,813
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,448
Avg Weekly Wage$951
IRS Avg AGI$61,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg
Establishments (County)258
County GDP$332M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare15
Retail44
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,450
27% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chatham is $154,200, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,010.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,200
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,010

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.3%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,450
27% above US avg
Effective Rate2.89%
In Chatham, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 29.0% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,260
Dentists1:2,202
Mental Health1:1,095
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits73.4%
Premature Death7,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.2%
Healthcare Facilities15
Chatham has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.1 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) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.1 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall164.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation891 ft (272 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates46.3441°N, 86.9313°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.8-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+99.1%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants54
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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