Eastport, MI

Michigan

Eastport is a small town in Michigan with a population of 369. Residents earn $54,457 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
369 Population 185/sq mi density
$54,457 Median Income $39,797 per capita
$506,900 Home Value
46°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$54,457 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$506,900 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,457
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $506,900
80% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.3%
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population369
Median Age66.9 yrs
Density185/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,457
Per Capita$39,797
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$855M
Commute23 min

Housing

F
Home Value$506,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units271

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking12.0%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation621 ft (189 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+17.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Broadband97.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Eastport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eastport receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Eastport has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eastport is $54,457, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eastport is $506,900, making it a premium housing market at 80% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.3% 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

Eastport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°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 32.8 inches, including 122.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Eastport has a population of 369 with a density of 185 people per square mile. The median age is 66.9 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 10% Hispanic.

Population

369
Total Population
185
People / sq mi
66.9yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Eastport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eastport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eastport is $54,457, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Eastport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,457
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,797
Avg Weekly Wage$826
IRS Avg AGI$79,571

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above 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 Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone47.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Eastport is $506,900, 80% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$506,900
80% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.9%
Housing Units271
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,941
155% above US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Eastport, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits73.9%
Premature Death7,259/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access74.1%
Healthcare Facilities51
Eastport 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. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation621 ft (189 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density185/sq mi
Coordinates45.1118°N, 85.3511°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 35.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.8-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 23.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.3%
5% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+17.6%
School Test Score5.23
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density185/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants60
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone47.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.8%

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