Michigan
Evart is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,764. Residents earn $34,091 per year, which is 55% below the national average.
Based on current data, Evart receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Evart has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Evart is $34,091, 55% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 33.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Evart is $99,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $771 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 424 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,166 per 100,000, 41% below the national average.
13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Evart has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 61.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $34,091 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,655 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,078 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,102 |
| Unemployment | 4.7% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 33.7% |
| 172% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 480 |
| County GDP | $1,111M |
| Restaurants | 39 |
| Healthcare | 44 |
| Retail | 67 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,468 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.49% |
| Commute Time | 15.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |
| Census Median | $99,400 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $182,422 |
| Census Median Rent | $771 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,468 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.49% |
| Obesity | 41.9% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.3% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 10.7% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.0% |
| Depression | 31.4% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,959/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 44 |
| Total Violent | 424.0/100K |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 159.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 265.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,165.9/100K |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 159.0/100K |
| Theft | 953.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 53.0/100K |
| Arson | 53.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 45.1°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.9 inches |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 61.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,018 ft (310 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 717/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8988°N, 85.2705°W |
| County FIPS | 26133 |
Winner: Republican by 47.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.2% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 717/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 44 |
| Restaurants | 39 |
| Retail Stores | 67 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 15.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |