DeWitt, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

DeWitt is a small town in Michigan with a population of 4,774. Residents earn $105,857 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
4,774 Population 1,681/sq mi density
$105,857 Median Income $48,832 per capita
$303,200 Home Value $312,815 Zillow
$1,088 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
64 Violent Crime/100K 665 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$105,857 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$303,200 home value, $1,088/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
64 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,857
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $303,200
8% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 64/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.8%
39% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,088
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,774
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1,681/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,857
Per Capita$48,832
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$3,168M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$303,200
Rent$1,088
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$312,815

Crime

F
Violent64/100K
Property665/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault43/100K
Burglary214/100K

Health

Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Elevation841 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.8%
High School+97.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute23 min
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is DeWitt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, DeWitt receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. DeWitt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in DeWitt is $105,857, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places DeWitt among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in DeWitt is $303,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,088 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

DeWitt is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 64 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 665 per 100,000, 66% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

DeWitt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 50.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

DeWitt has a population of 4,774 with a density of 1,681 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

4,774
Total Population
1,681
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

DeWitt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

DeWitt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in DeWitt is $105,857, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: DeWitt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,857
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,832
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$84,741

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,464
County GDP$3,168M

Business (County)

Restaurants99
Healthcare131
Retail177
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,237
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home17.5%

Walkability

The median home value in DeWitt is $303,200, 8% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,088 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $312,815.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$303,200
8% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$312,815
Median List Price$327,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$327,450
$/Sq Ft$149
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,088
6% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,408

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,237
78% above US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In DeWitt, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 16.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity16.7%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death5,260/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities131
DeWitt has a violent crime rate of 64 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 665 per 100,000 (66% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent64.3/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape21.5/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault42.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property664.8/100K
66% below US avg
Burglary214.5/100K
Theft428.9/100K
Vehicle Theft21.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
DeWitt has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall50.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation841 ft (256 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density1,681/sq mi
Coordinates42.8388°N, 84.5838°W
County FIPS26037
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 46.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 44.9%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.8%
39% above US avg
High School+97.5%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,681/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities131
Restaurants99
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home17.5%

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