East Jordan, MI

Michigan

East Jordan is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,776. Residents earn $53,929 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,776 Population 592/sq mi density
$53,929 Median Income $40,949 per capita
$125,100 Home Value $308,482 Zillow
$647 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
127 Violent Crime/100K 1,691 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,929 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,100 home value, $647/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
127 violent crimes/100K (67% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,929
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,100
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 127/100K
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $647
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,776
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density592/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,929
Per Capita$40,949
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$855M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,100
Rent$647
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$308,482

Crime

F
Violent127/100K
Property1,691/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary296/100K

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Elevation580 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+84.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is East Jordan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Jordan receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. East Jordan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Jordan is $53,929, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Jordan is $125,100, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $647 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

East Jordan is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 127 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,691 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

East Jordan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches, including 122.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

East Jordan has a population of 1,776 with a density of 592 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,776
Total Population
592
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

East Jordan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Jordan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Jordan is $53,929, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: East Jordan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,929
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,949
Avg Weekly Wage$826
IRS Avg AGI$79,571

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)599
County GDP$855M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare51
Retail98
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,941
155% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in East Jordan is $125,100, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $647 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $308,482.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,100
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$308,482

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$647
44% 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-Occupied81.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,941
155% above US avg
Effective Rate7.15%
In East Jordan, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Jordan vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death7,259/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access74.1%
Healthcare Facilities51
East Jordan has a violent crime rate of 127 per 100,000 residents, 67% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,691 per 100,000 (14% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent126.9/100K
67% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape126.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,691.3/100K
14% below US avg
Burglary296.0/100K
Theft1,353.1/100K
Vehicle Theft42.3/100K
Arson84.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
East Jordan has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall122.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation580 ft (177 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density592/sq mi
Coordinates45.1522°N, 85.1304°W
County FIPS26009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 23.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+84.5%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density592/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants60
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home2.3%

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