Fairgrove, MI

Michigan

Fairgrove is a small town in Michigan with a population of 492. Residents earn $37,500 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
492 Population 439/sq mi density
$37,500 Median Income $21,342 per capita
$75,600 Home Value $150,053 Zillow
$755 Median Rent 41.7% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$37,500 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,600 home value, $755/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,500
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,600
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $755
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population492
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density439/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$37,500
Per Capita$21,342
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$1,769M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,600
Rent$755
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$150,053
Housing Units231
Rent Burden41.7%

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking18.3%
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation660 ft (201 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+88.1%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute32 min
Broadband89.2%
Libraries10

Is Fairgrove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairgrove receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fairgrove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairgrove is $37,500, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairgrove is $75,600, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $755 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairgrove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fairgrove has a population of 492 with a density of 439 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).

Population

492
Total Population
439
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairgrove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairgrove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairgrove is $37,500, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Fairgrove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,500
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,342
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$56,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)921
County GDP$1,769M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare108
Retail136
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairgrove is $75,600, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $755 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $150,053.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,600
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$150,053

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$755
35% below US avg
Rent Burden41.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.2%
Housing Units231
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Rate4.83%
In Fairgrove, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 30.1% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits65.3%
Premature Death9,016/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities108
Fairgrove 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. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation660 ft (201 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density439/sq mi
Coordinates43.5245°N, 83.5434°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 89.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+88.1%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density439/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.2%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants66
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

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