Home Value $487,500

73% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 71.7%

113% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.4%

5% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.5%

80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population120

Median Age56.0 yrs

Density67/mi²

Male / Female53% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans99.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$60,793

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty2.5%

County GDP$741M

Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$487,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units357

Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity30.4%

Uninsured4.6%

Smoking12.9%

Depression25.1%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain36.2 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation972 ft (296 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+71.7%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+19.4%

School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%

Commute30 min

Broadband54.0%

Libraries4

Is Crystal Mountain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crystal Mountain receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Crystal Mountain stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crystal Mountain is $487,500, making it a premium housing market at 73% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Crystal Mountain is a highly educated community — 71.7% 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

Crystal Mountain experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 92.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Crystal Mountain has a population of 120 with a density of 67 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%).

Population

120

Total Population

People / sq mi

56.0yrs

Median Age

44% above US avg

1.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%

Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Crystal Mountain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.9%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.1%
	77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crystal Mountain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crystal Mountain is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Crystal Mountain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$60,793
Avg Weekly Wage	$877
IRS Avg AGI	$72,228

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.5%
	80% below US avg
Establishments (County)	483
County GDP	$741M

Business (County)

Restaurants	67
Healthcare	34
Retail	65
Manufacturing	22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,350
	139% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.1 min
Drive Alone	82.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crystal Mountain is $487,500, 73% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$487,500
	73% above US avg
Median List Price	$375,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$375,000
$/Sq Ft	$375
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	88.2%
Price Drops	31.8%
Inventory	22

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	357
Median Year Built	1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,350
	139% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.71%

In Crystal Mountain, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Crystal Mountain vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.4%
	5% below US avg
Diabetes	7.9%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	26.4%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	6.5%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.9%
	8% below US avg
Binge Drinking	14.6%
Physical Inactivity	19.1%
Depression	25.1%
Mental Distress	16.4%
Physical Distress	11.6%
Short Sleep	25.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	4.6%
	47% below US avg
Checkup Rate	65.1%
Dental Visits	59.6%
Premature Death	9,354/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access	62.3%
Healthcare Facilities	34

Crystal Mountain has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	46.5°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.2 inches
	5% below US avg
Snowfall	92.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	972 ft (296 m)
Area	1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density	67/sq mi
Coordinates	44.5243°N, 86.0022°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County FIPS	26019

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 71.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (113% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.7-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%

D 45%

Winner: Republican by 8.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	71.7%
	113% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	19.4%
School Test Score	5.23

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	67/sq mi
Total Area	1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	54.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	34
Restaurants	67
Retail Stores	65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.1 min
Drive Alone	82.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.0%

Crystal Mountain, MI

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

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Economy

Housing

Health

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Is Crystal Mountain a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Crystal Mountain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Crystal Mountain vs U.S. Average

Income: Crystal Mountain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Crystal Mountain vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

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Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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