Falmouth, MI

Michigan

Falmouth is a small town in Michigan with a population of 189. Residents earn $26,058 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
189 Population 278/sq mi density
$26,058 Median Income $21,656 per capita
$124,000 Home Value $193,017 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$26,058 median income, 3.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,058
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population189
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density278/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,058
Per Capita$21,656
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$678M
Commute33 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,017
Housing Units117
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking17.5%
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,180 ft (360 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+75.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute33 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries3

Is Falmouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Falmouth receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Falmouth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Falmouth is $26,058, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Falmouth is $124,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Falmouth has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches, including 74.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Falmouth has a population of 189 with a density of 278 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

189
Total Population
278
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Falmouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Falmouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Falmouth is $26,058, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Falmouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,058
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,656
Avg Weekly Wage$886
IRS Avg AGI$57,174

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)388
County GDP$678M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare30
Retail41
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,479
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone67.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Falmouth is $124,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,017.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,017

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%
Housing Units117
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,479
28% above US avg
Effective Rate3.61%
In Falmouth, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 29.6% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.8%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death7,753/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access17.6%
Healthcare Facilities30
Falmouth has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall74.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,180 ft (360 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density278/sq mi
Coordinates44.2398°N, 85.0801°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 21.3%

Winner: Republican by 56 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+75.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density278/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants23
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone67.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

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