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Columbiaville, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Columbiaville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 734. Residents earn $58,250 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
734 Population 834/sq mi density
$58,250 Median Income $30,509 per capita
$122,000 Home Value $248,114 Zillow
$779 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 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
$58,250 median income, 8.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,000 home value, $779/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,250
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $779
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population734
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density834/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,250
Per Capita$30,509
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$3,258M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,000
Rent$779
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$248,114
Housing Units354
Rent Burden45.0%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking18.5%
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation790 ft (241 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute35 min
Broadband85.4%
Libraries13

Is Columbiaville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Columbiaville is $58,250, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Columbiaville is $122,000, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $779 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

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Columbiaville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Columbiaville has a population of 734 with a density of 834 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

734
Total Population
834
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Columbiaville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Columbiaville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Columbiaville is $58,250, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Columbiaville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,250
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,509
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$68,575

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,724
County GDP$3,258M

Business (County)

Restaurants141
Healthcare207
Retail244
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,567
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.5 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Columbiaville is $122,000, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $779 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,114.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,000
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$248,114

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$779
33% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.4%
Housing Units354
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,567
30% above US avg
Effective Rate3.74%
In Columbiaville, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 29.4% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits66.2%
Premature Death8,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities207
Columbiaville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.1 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation790 ft (241 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density834/sq mi
Coordinates43.1543°N, 83.4042°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26087
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.8-point margin. 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.3%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density834/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities207
Restaurants141
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.5 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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