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Eagle River, MI

Michigan

Eagle River is a small town in Michigan with a population of 77. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
77 Population 12/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $39,813 per capita
$286,100 Home Value
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$286,100 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $286,100
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.1%
37% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.9%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population77
Median Age70.9 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans76.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$39,813
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$77M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$286,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units142
Rent Burden23.4%

Health

Obesity24.9%
Uninsured2.8%
Smoking9.3%
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,059 ft (323 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+21.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute32 min
Broadband37.0%

Is Eagle River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eagle River receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Eagle River stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eagle River is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eagle River is $286,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Eagle River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Eagle River has a population of 77 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 70.9 years, 82% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 5.2% Hispanic.

Population

77
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
70.9yrs
Median Age
82% above US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.2%
Female 33.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Eagle River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eagle River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eagle River is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Eagle River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,813
Avg Weekly Wage$684
IRS Avg AGI$67,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)85
County GDP$77M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Retail9
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Eagle River is $286,100, 1% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$286,100
1% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.6%
Housing Units142
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Rate2.31%
In Eagle River, 24.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 2.8% of residents lack health insurance. 9.3% are current smokers. 19.7% report depression. 14.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Eagle River vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.9%
22% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure24.2%
Asthma8.0%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.3%
34% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.6%
Physical Inactivity14.9%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress11.5%
Physical Distress9.2%
Short Sleep23.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured2.8%
67% below US avg
Checkup Rate56.2%
Dental Visits51.1%
Premature Death6,845/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access76.7%
Eagle River has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,059 ft (323 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.1 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates47.4044°N, 88.2612°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 46.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.8-point margin. 37.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 12.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.1%
37% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+21.0%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%
Restaurants19
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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