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Elm Hall, MI

Michigan

Elm Hall is a small town in Michigan with a population of 224. Residents earn $19,688 per year, which is 74% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
224 Population 160/sq mi density
$19,688 Median Income $15,591 per capita
$79,000 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$19,688 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$79,000 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,688
74% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 62.1%
401% higher than US avg

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

People

Population224
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density160/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

D
Median Income$19,688
Per Capita$15,591
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty62.1%
County GDP$1,982M
Commute65 min

Housing

A
Home Value$79,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden30.3%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking19.0%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation793 ft (242 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+82.4%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute65 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries6

Is Elm Hall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elm Hall receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Elm Hall has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elm Hall is $19,688, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 62.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elm Hall is $79,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Elm Hall experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 39.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Elm Hall has a population of 224 with a density of 160 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%).

Population

224
Total Population
160
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Elm Hall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elm Hall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elm Hall is $19,688, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 62.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes.

Income: Elm Hall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,688
74% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,591
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$60,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate62.1%
401% above US avg
Establishments (County)794
County GDP$1,982M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare106
Retail124
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time65.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elm Hall is $79,000, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%
Housing Units125
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Rate5.01%
In Elm Hall, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Elm Hall vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits62.6%
Premature Death8,638/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities106
Elm Hall has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall39.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation793 ft (242 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density160/sq mi
Coordinates43.3573°N, 84.8307°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.3-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 31.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.0%
94% below US avg
High School+82.4%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density160/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants73
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute65.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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