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Eastlake, MI

Michigan

Eastlake is a small town in Michigan with a population of 304. Residents earn $50,139 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
304 Population 253/sq mi density
$50,139 Median Income $32,431 per capita
$117,900 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,139 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,900 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,139
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,900
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population304
Median Age61.7 yrs
Density253/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,139
Per Capita$32,431
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$1,160M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units199
Rent Burden31.6%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking15.8%
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation655 ft (200 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute19 min
Broadband84.3%
Libraries6

Is Eastlake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eastlake receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Eastlake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eastlake is $50,139, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eastlake is $117,900, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Eastlake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Eastlake has a population of 304 with a density of 253 people per square mile. The median age is 61.7 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 9.9% Hispanic.

Population

304
Total Population
253
People / sq mi
61.7yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Eastlake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eastlake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eastlake is $50,139, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Eastlake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,139
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,431
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$57,545

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)602
County GDP$1,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare63
Retail105
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,625
89% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Eastlake is $117,900, 58% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,900
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.1%
Housing Units199
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,625
89% above US avg
Effective Rate5.62%
In Eastlake, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 29.0% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,950
Dentists1:1,405
Mental Health1:568
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits67.0%
Premature Death10,237/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access79.8%
Healthcare Facilities63
Eastlake has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation655 ft (200 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density253/sq mi
Coordinates44.2455°N, 86.2929°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.9-point margin. 84.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.2%
D 41.3%

Winner: Republican by 15.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density253/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.3%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants73
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

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