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Copper City, MI

Michigan

Copper City is a small town in Michigan with a population of 226. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
226 Population 2,825/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $22,646 per capita
$85,600 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 19.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,600 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,600
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 19.9%
453% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population226
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density2,825/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$22,646
Unemployment19.9%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$77M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,600
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units111
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking16.4%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation878 ft (268 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+87.3%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute14 min
Broadband80.0%

Is Copper City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Copper City receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Copper City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Copper City is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 19.9%, unemployment is notably high. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Copper City is $85,600, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Copper City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Copper City has a population of 226 with a density of 2,825 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

226
Total Population
2,825
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69%
Female 31%

Race & Ethnicity

Copper City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Copper City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Copper City is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 19.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Copper City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,646
Avg Weekly Wage$684
IRS Avg AGI$67,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.9%
453% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above 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 Rate7.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.9 min
Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Copper City is $85,600, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,600
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%
Housing Units111
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Rate7.71%
In Copper City, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep31.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.6%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits69.9%
Premature Death6,845/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access76.7%
Copper City has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation878 ft (268 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density2,825/sq mi
Coordinates47.2842°N, 88.3875°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.8-point margin. 80.0% 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+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+87.3%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density2,825/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Restaurants19
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.9 min
Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

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