Escanaba, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Menominee County County
Escanaba, MI
At a Glance
How Escanaba Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Escanaba's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Escanaba a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Escanaba residents earn a median household income of $40,169 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,207. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6% (83% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 491 business establishments, including 48 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Escanaba is $116,600 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $189,551. Median rent is $661/month, with 25.1% 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 1949.
Safety & Crime
Escanaba reports 357 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 6% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,997/100K.
Education
18.9% of adults in Escanaba hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 88.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Escanaba has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches.