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Copper Harbor, MI

Michigan · Keweenaw County

Copper Harbor is a small town in Michigan with a population of 135. Residents earn $54,286 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
135 Population 89/sq mi density
$54,286 Median Income $36,839 per capita
$285,400 Home Value $268,078 Zillow
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
101 Violent Crime/100K 1,208 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,286 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$285,400 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
101 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
67.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,286
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $285,400
1% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 101/100K
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 67.3%
100% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population135
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,286
Per Capita$36,839
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$77M
Commute20 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$285,400
RentN/A
Ownership82.8%
Zillow$268,078
Housing Units128
Rent Burden23.4%

Crime

F
Violent101/100K
Property1,208/100K

Health

Obesity31.6%
Uninsured4.3%
Smoking12.2%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation615 ft (187 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+67.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+37.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute20 min
Broadband64.0%
EV Stations3

Is Copper Harbor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Copper Harbor receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Copper Harbor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Copper Harbor is $54,286, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Copper Harbor is $285,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Copper Harbor is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,208 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.

Education

Copper Harbor is a highly educated community / 67.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Copper Harbor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Copper Harbor has a population of 135 with a density of 89 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 60% female and 40% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 100.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 8.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

135
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Copper Harbor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Copper Harbor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Copper Harbor is $54,286, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,839. The average weekly wage is $684, 52% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 85 business establishments, including 19 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 25.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Copper Harbor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,286
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,839
Avg Weekly Wage$684
IRS Avg AGI$67,299
Gini Index0.457 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% 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
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone53.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Copper Harbor is $285,400, 1% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,078. Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 82.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 128 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. The average annual property tax is $6,600 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$285,400
1% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,078

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.8%
Owner-Occupied82.8%
Renter-Occupied17.2%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Rate2.31%
In Copper Harbor, 31.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 29.0% have high blood pressure. 12.2% are current smokers. 16.4% report binge drinking. 17.8% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 14.5% experience frequent mental distress. 4.3% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). 76.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.9%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep31.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured4.3%
50% below US avg
Mental Health1:2,172
Checkup Rate68.6%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death6,845/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access76.7%
Copper Harbor has a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,208 per 100,000, 38% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Copper Harbor receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Copper Harbor vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent100.7/100K
74% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,208.5/100K
38% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Copper Harbor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 615 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.8°F
24% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation615 ft (187 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates47.4679°N, 87.8699°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
CountyKeweenaw County County
Nearest AirportMarquette/Sawyer Regional (MQT)
84 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.1"
13% below US avg
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.43"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.81"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score0.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability97.1 / 100
Community Resilience88.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane No Rating
Earthquake No Rating
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

6 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 22, 1968 EF2 97 km 0
Jun 8, 2012 EF1 77 km 0
Aug 11, 2011 EF0 100 km 0
Aug 28, 2003 EF0 19 km 0
Jul 11, 1987 EF0 42 km 0
Sep 8, 1980 EF0 95 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: PINERY (695 ac, 2009).

Year Name Acres Distance
2009 PINERY 695 87 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 17°F (-8°C) 1.9 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 2.1 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
November 32°F (0°C) 2.7 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 2.6 in

Copper Harbor has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 17°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (1.8").

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Copper Harbor is located in Keweenaw County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 67.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 37.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 55.6% of the vote, a 12.8-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. 53.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 12.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+67.3%
100% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+37.8%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi
CountyKeweenaw County County

Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Avg Download Speed36.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed2.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Restaurants19
Retail Stores9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone53.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.0%
Average costs for common services in Copper Harbor. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit $337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit $192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit $2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning $125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling $241 ($144–$385)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement $289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4) $577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement $192 ($96–$337)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair $385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install $6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair $962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement $8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested) $14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense $4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation $481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation $2,405 ($962–$4,810)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full) $144 ($72–$241)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $77 ($48–$125)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread $3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb) $0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly) $67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly) $82 ($48–$144)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($14–$72)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly) $385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter $289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter $192 ($96–$385)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$690
Toddler$691
Preschool$691
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$693
Toddler$693
Preschool$650
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Keweenaw County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 55 4 $44,816 1.40
Retail Trade 37 9 $23,924 0.78
Construction 19 8 $56,590 0.76
Other Services 14 5 $43,502 0.97
Agriculture & Forestry 12 4 $46,315 3.10

Schools in Copper Harbor

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Grant Township School Elementary 7 1 7.0:1
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Radio Stations near Copper Harbor

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Copper Harbor

7 national parks and monuments found near Copper Harbor.

ParkTypeFee
Baraga State Park State Park Free
Craig Lake State Park State Park Free
Isle Royale National Park National Park $7
Keweenaw National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
McLain State Park State Park Free
Twin Lakes State Park State Park Free
Van Riper State Park State Park Free

Museums in Copper Harbor

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FORT WILKINS HISTORIC COMPLEXGENERAL MUSEUM
GULL ROCK LIGHTKEEPERSHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Breweries in Copper Harbor

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brickside BreweryBars & Clubs, Breweries, Nightlife, Food & Drink64 Gratiot Ave
Brickside Brewery LlcBrewers64 Gratiot St9062894772Visit

EV Charging Stations in Copper Harbor

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Enel X - The Mariner North Resort245 Gratiot StNon-Networked41CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBOpublic
14252 US Highway 41 (US-JDV-QBT-1)14252 US Highway 41RIVIAN_WAYPOINTS1J1772public

Fire Stations in Copper Harbor

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Copper Harbor Volunteer Fire Department456 2ND STVolunteer906-289-0007

Bridges in Copper Harbor

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Arch (Deck)Concrete192831899F

Airports Near Copper Harbor

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Houghton County Memorial AirportCMXMedium Airport
Baraga Airport—Small Airport
Pike River Landing—Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Copper Harbor

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Gaslite General StoreGrocery Store39 Gratiot St

Post Offices in Copper Harbor

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Copper Harbor Post Office230 Gratiot Street

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Copper Harbor

What is the population of Copper Harbor?

Copper Harbor has a population of 135 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 89 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.3 years. The population is 60% female and 40% male.

Is Copper Harbor expensive to live in?

Copper Harbor has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $54,286, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $285,400 (1% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Copper Harbor safe?

Copper Harbor is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,208 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Copper Harbor receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Copper Harbor?

Copper Harbor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Copper Harbor?

The job market in Copper Harbor is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $684. There are 85 business establishments in the area, including 19 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 25.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Copper Harbor?

The median home value in Copper Harbor is $285,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,078. The homeownership rate is 82.8%. The average annual property tax is $6,600.

How are the schools in Copper Harbor?

Schools in Copper Harbor score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 67.3% of adults in Copper Harbor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 37.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Copper Harbor?

The obesity rate in Copper Harbor is 31.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.2% of adults are smokers. 17.8% are physically inactive. 23.7% of residents report depression. 4.3% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 76.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in Copper Harbor?

The average commute in Copper Harbor is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 53.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 25.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Copper Harbor?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Copper Harbor is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 100.0% of the population are military veterans. 8.0% of residents have a disability. 98.0% have health insurance coverage.

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