Deckerville, MI

Michigan

Deckerville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,057. Residents earn $59,375 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,057 Population 846/sq mi density
$59,375 Median Income $25,989 per capita
$81,900 Home Value $192,803 Zillow
$802 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$59,375 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,900 home value, $802/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,375
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,900
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $802
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,057
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density846/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,375
Per Capita$25,989
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$1,747M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,900
Rent$802
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,803

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Elevation816 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+85.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute18 min
EV Stations2
Libraries8

Is Deckerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deckerville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Deckerville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deckerville is $59,375, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deckerville is $81,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $802 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Deckerville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Deckerville has a population of 1,057 with a density of 846 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%).

Population

1,057
Total Population
846
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Deckerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deckerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deckerville is $59,375, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Deckerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,375
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,989
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$57,237

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above US avg
Establishments (County)879
County GDP$1,747M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare103
Retail134
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Deckerville is $81,900, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $802 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,803.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,900
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,803

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$802
31% 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

Owner-Occupied63.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Rate4.73%
In Deckerville, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.8% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression29.8%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death9,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access40.5%
Healthcare Facilities103

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Deckerville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall47.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation816 ft (249 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density846/sq mi
Coordinates43.5265°N, 82.7420°W
County FIPS26151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+85.4%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density846/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants71
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Work from Home5.8%

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