Deerfield, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Deerfield is a small town in Michigan with a population of 889. Residents earn $73,462 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
889 Population 936/sq mi density
$73,462 Median Income $36,926 per capita
$159,200 Home Value $221,429 Zillow
$844 Median Rent 21.6% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$73,462 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,200 home value, $844/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,462
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,200
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $844
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population889
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density936/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,462
Per Capita$36,926
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$8,136M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,200
Rent$844
Ownership87.9%
Zillow$221,429
Rent Burden21.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation679 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute33 min
Broadband95.5%
Libraries18

Is Deerfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deerfield receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Deerfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deerfield is $73,462, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deerfield is $159,200, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $844 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x 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%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Deerfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Deerfield has a population of 889 with a density of 936 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

889
Total Population
936
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Deerfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deerfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deerfield is $73,462, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Deerfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,462
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,926
Avg Weekly Wage$1,164
IRS Avg AGI$72,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,514
County GDP$8,136M

Business (County)

Restaurants276
Healthcare282
Retail371
Manufacturing126

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,560
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Deerfield is $159,200, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $844 (27% below US avg). 87.9% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,429.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,200
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,429

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$844
27% below US avg
Rent Burden21.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.9%
Owner-Occupied87.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,560
30% above US avg
Effective Rate2.86%
In Deerfield, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death8,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities282

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Deerfield has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density936/sq mi
Coordinates41.8902°N, 83.7789°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 27.1-point margin. 95.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.9%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density936/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.5%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities282
Restaurants276
Retail Stores371

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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