Evart, MI

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.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,764 Population 717/sq mi density
$34,091 Median Income $21,655 per capita
$99,400 Home Value $182,422 Zillow
$771 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
424 Violent Crime/100K 1,166 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$34,091 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,400 home value, $771/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
424 violent crimes/100K (12% above avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,091
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,400
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 424/100K
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $771
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.7%
172% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,764
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density717/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

C
Median Income$34,091
Per Capita$21,655
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty33.7%
County GDP$1,111M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,400
Rent$771
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$182,422

Crime

F
Violent424/100K
Property1,166/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault265/100K
Burglary159/100K

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.4%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation1,018 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+83.9%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute15 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Evart a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Evart has a population of 1,764 with a density of 717 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%).

Population

1,764
Total Population
717
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Evart vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Evart vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Evart is $34,091, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Evart vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,091
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,655
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$56,102

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.7%
172% above US avg
Establishments (County)480
County GDP$1,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare44
Retail67
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,468
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Evart is $99,400, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $771 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $182,422.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,400
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$182,422

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$771
34% 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-Occupied56.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,468
1% below US avg
Effective Rate3.49%
In Evart, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.4% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma12.9%
COPD10.7%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression31.4%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death7,959/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access47.4%
Healthcare Facilities44
Evart has a violent crime rate of 424 per 100,000 residents, 12% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,166 per 100,000 (41% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent424.0/100K
12% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape159.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault265.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,165.9/100K
41% below US avg
Burglary159.0/100K
Theft953.9/100K
Vehicle Theft53.0/100K
Arson53.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Evart has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall61.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,018 ft (310 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density717/sq mi
Coordinates43.8988°N, 85.2705°W
County FIPS26133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 25.2%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density717/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants39
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Work from Home3.5%

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