Eaton Rapids, MI

Eaton Rapids, MI

At a Glance

How Eaton Rapids Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Eaton Rapids's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Eaton Rapids a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Eaton Rapids residents earn a median household income of $63,618 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,115. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,107 business establishments, including 224 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Eaton Rapids is $140,600 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $255,832. Median rent is $944/month, with 30.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1950.

Safety & Crime

Eaton Rapids reports 369 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 3% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,301/100K.

Education

17.7% of adults in Eaton Rapids hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Eaton Rapids has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches.

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