Dundee, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Dundee is a small city in Michigan with a population of 5,584. Residents earn $71,058 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
5,584 Population 1,062/sq mi density
$71,058 Median Income $45,114 per capita
$233,000 Home Value $282,861 Zillow
$1,120 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,058 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$233,000 home value, $1,120/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,058
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $233,000
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.5%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,120
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,584
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density1,062/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,058
Per Capita$45,114
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$8,136M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$233,000
Rent$1,120
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$282,861

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Elevation665 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.5%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute30 min
EV Stations4
Libraries18

Is Dundee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dundee receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Dundee stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dundee is $71,058, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 2.8% 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 Dundee is $233,000, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Dundee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 39.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dundee has a population of 5,584 with a density of 1,062 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%).

Population

5,584
Total Population
1,062
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dundee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dundee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dundee is $71,058, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Dundee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,058
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,114
Avg Weekly Wage$1,164
IRS Avg AGI$72,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% 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 Rate1.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Dundee is $233,000, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,120 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,861.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$233,000
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$282,861
Median List Price$399,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,900
$/Sq Ft$204
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops27.3%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,120
4% 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-Occupied59.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,560
30% above US avg
Effective Rate1.96%
In Dundee, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death8,571/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Dundee has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall39.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation665 ft (203 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density1,062/sq mi
Coordinates41.9665°N, 83.6694°W
County FIPS26115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.9%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.5%
1% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.23
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,062/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities282
Restaurants276
Retail Stores371

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home8.4%

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