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Eureka, MI

Michigan

Eureka is a small town in Michigan with a population of 91. Residents earn $78,500 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
91 Population 90/sq mi density
$78,500 Median Income $36,130 per capita
$133,900 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$78,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,900 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,500
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $133,900
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.7%
51% higher than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density90/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,500
Per Capita$36,130
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.7%
County GDP$1,982M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units40
Rent Burden30.3%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking14.8%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation724 ft (221 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+18.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute22 min
Broadband38.0%
Libraries6

Is Eureka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eureka receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Eureka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eureka is $78,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eureka is $133,900, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Eureka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°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 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Eureka has a population of 91 with a density of 90 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 5.5% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

91
Total Population
90
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Eureka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eureka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eureka is $78,500, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Eureka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,500
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,130
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$60,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.7%
51% 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
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Eureka is $133,900, 53% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,900
53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$81
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

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-Occupied92.1%
Housing Units40
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Eureka, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 28.3% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,077
Dentists1:2,418
Mental Health1:426
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits68.0%
Premature Death8,638/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities106
Eureka has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation724 ft (221 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density90/sq mi
Coordinates43.1036°N, 84.5136°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.3-point margin. 38.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 31.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+18.7%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density90/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants73
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home0.0%

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