Edmore, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Edmore is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,417. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,417 Population 932/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $23,718 per capita
$86,800 Home Value $189,107 Zillow
$567 Median Rent 32.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,800 home value, $567/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,800
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $567
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.0%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,417
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density932/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$23,718
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty24.0%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,800
Rent$567
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,107
Rent Burden32.8%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property252/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary84/100K

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation967 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+85.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute18 min
Libraries8

Is Edmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edmore receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Edmore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edmore is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 24.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edmore is $86,800, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $567 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Edmore is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 252 per 100,000, 87% below the national average.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Edmore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 72.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Edmore has a population of 1,417 with a density of 932 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

1,417
Total Population
932
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Edmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.4%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.6%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Edmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edmore is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Edmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,718
Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$55,319

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,086
County GDP$2,158M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare122
Retail201
Manufacturing74

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,619
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Edmore is $86,800, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $567 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,107.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,800
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$189,107
Median List Price$199,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,900
$/Sq Ft$31
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio105.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$567
51% below US avg
Rent Burden32.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,619
32% above US avg
Effective Rate5.32%
In Edmore, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma12.4%
COPD9.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death8,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities122
Edmore has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 252 per 100,000 (87% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property251.7/100K
87% below US avg
Burglary83.9/100K
Theft83.9/100K
Vehicle Theft83.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Edmore has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall72.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation967 ft (295 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density932/sq mi
Coordinates43.4076°N, 85.0368°W
County FIPS26117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density932/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants93
Retail Stores201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Work from Home4.0%

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