Essexville, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Essexville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 3,344. Residents earn $76,182 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,344 Population 2,572/sq mi density
$76,182 Median Income $33,320 per capita
$121,200 Home Value $157,134 Zillow
$707 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
204 Violent Crime/100K 2,094 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,182 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,200 home value, $707/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
204 violent crimes/100K (46% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,182
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $121,200
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 204/100K
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $707
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,344
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density2,572/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,182
Per Capita$33,320
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$4,724M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,200
Rent$707
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,134

Crime

F
Violent204/100K
Property2,094/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault145/100K
Burglary233/100K

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation588 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+98.9%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute21 min
Libraries5

Is Essexville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Essexville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Essexville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Essexville is $76,182, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Essexville is $121,200, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $707 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

Violent crime in Essexville is below the national average at 204 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,094 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Essexville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Essexville has a population of 3,344 with a density of 2,572 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%).

Population

3,344
Total Population
2,572
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Essexville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Essexville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Essexville is $76,182, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Essexville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,182
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,320
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$61,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,117
County GDP$4,724M

Business (County)

Restaurants211
Healthcare326
Retail355
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,313
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Essexville is $121,200, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $707 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,134.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,200
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,134
Median List Price$145,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$145,000
$/Sq Ft$133
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$707
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,313
23% above US avg
Effective Rate3.56%
In Essexville, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death9,515/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.0%
Healthcare Facilities326
Essexville has a violent crime rate of 204 per 100,000 residents, 46% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,094 per 100,000 (7% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent203.6/100K
46% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape29.1/100K
Robbery29.1/100K
Assault145.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,093.6/100K
7% above US avg
Burglary232.6/100K
Theft1,831.9/100K
Vehicle Theft29.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Essexville 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 is 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation588 ft (179 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density2,572/sq mi
Coordinates43.6123°N, 83.8420°W
County FIPS26017
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.7%
D 42%

Winner: Republican by 14.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+98.9%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,572/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities326
Restaurants211
Retail Stores355

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Work from Home6.7%

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