Median Income
$41,458
45% lower than US avg
Home Value
$88,300
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$607
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.7%
10% higher than US avg
How Coleman Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,147
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density918/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Economy
B
Median Income$41,458
Per Capita$22,112
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$7,779M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$88,300
Rent$607
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,124
Health
Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation756 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute23 min
Libraries2
Is Coleman a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Coleman receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Coleman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Coleman is $41,458, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Coleman is $88,300, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $607 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Coleman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Coleman has a population of 1,147 with a density of 918 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 6.1% Black.
Population
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Coleman is $41,458, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,458 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,112 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,385 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,531 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,932 |
| County GDP | $7,779M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 160 |
| Healthcare | 361 |
| Retail | 246 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,268 |
| 79% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.10% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
The median home value in Coleman is $88,300, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $607 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,124.
Home Values
| Census Median | $88,300 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $189,124 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $607 |
| 48% 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) | $6,268 |
| 79% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.10% |
In Coleman, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Coleman vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.7% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.3% |
| Depression | 30.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,298/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 361 |
Crime Rates: Coleman vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Coleman has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 756 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 918/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.7592°N, 84.5869°W |
| County FIPS | 26111 |