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Dowling, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Dowling is a small town in Michigan with a population of 344. Residents earn $84,167 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
344 Population 57/sq mi density
$84,167 Median Income $29,791 per capita
$235,200 Home Value $252,061 Zillow
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$84,167 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$235,200 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,167
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $235,200
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population344
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density57/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,167
Per Capita$29,791
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$2,346M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$235,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,061
Housing Units162
Rent Burden26.1%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking18.0%
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation966 ft (294 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+5.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute26 min
Broadband91.1%
Libraries7

Is Dowling a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dowling receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Dowling offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dowling is $84,167, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dowling is $235,200, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Dowling experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 68.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dowling has a population of 344 with a density of 57 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

344
Total Population
57
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dowling vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dowling vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dowling is $84,167, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Dowling vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,167
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,791
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$75,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,064
County GDP$2,346M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare91
Retail128
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,128
75% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Dowling is $235,200, 17% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,061.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,200
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,061

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.3%
Housing Units162
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,128
75% above US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Dowling, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 29.0% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death6,873/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access58.1%
Healthcare Facilities91
Dowling has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall68.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation966 ft (294 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates42.5298°N, 85.2342°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 91.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density57/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.1%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants76
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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