Emmett, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Emmett is a small town in Michigan with a population of 213. Residents earn $117,539 per year, which is 56% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
213 Population 142/sq mi density
$117,539 Median Income $39,710 per capita
$124,000 Home Value $314,661 Zillow
$863 Median Rent 31.9% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$117,539 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $863/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $117,539
56% higher than US avg
Home Value $124,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $863
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$117,539
Per Capita$39,710
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$7,417M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$863
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$314,661
Housing Units106
Rent Burden31.9%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking17.8%
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation772 ft (235 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+83.1%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute33 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries10

Is Emmett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Emmett receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Emmett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emmett is $117,539, which is significantly higher than the national average — 56% above $75,149. This places Emmett among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emmett is $124,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $863 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Emmett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches, including 46.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Emmett has a population of 213 with a density of 142 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

213
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Emmett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Emmett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emmett is $117,539, which is 56% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Emmett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$117,539
56% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,710
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$66,465

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,248
County GDP$7,417M

Business (County)

Restaurants292
Healthcare423
Retail463
Manufacturing213

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,028
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Drive Alone96.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Emmett is $124,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $863 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $314,661.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$314,661

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$863
26% below US avg
Rent Burden31.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.8%
Housing Units106
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,028
44% above US avg
Effective Rate4.05%
In Emmett, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 29.4% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits68.5%
Premature Death9,609/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access73.8%
Healthcare Facilities423
Emmett has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall46.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation772 ft (235 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates42.9934°N, 82.7653°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26147
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.6-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+83.1%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density142/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities423
Restaurants292
Retail Stores463

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Drive Alone96.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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