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Fife Lake, MI

Michigan · Grand Traverse County · Traverse City Metro

Fife Lake is a small town in Michigan with a population of 359. Residents earn $67,188 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
359 Population 492/sq mi density
$67,188 Median Income $38,253 per capita
$185,200 Home Value $230,008 Zillow
$1,000 Median Rent 33.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
49 Violent Crime/100K 1,226 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,188 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,200 home value, $1,000/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
49 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,188
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $185,200
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 49/100K
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.4%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population359
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density492/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,188
Per Capita$38,253
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$7,470M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,200
Rent$1,000
Ownership86.2%
Zillow$230,008
Housing Units226
Rent Burden33.0%

Crime

F
Violent49/100K
Property1,226/100K

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking14.6%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,023 ft (312 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.4%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.77

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute37 min
Broadband96.9%
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is Fife Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fife Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Fife Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fife Lake is $67,188, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fife Lake is $185,200, 34% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Fife Lake is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 49 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,226 per 100,000, 37% below the national average.

Education

24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Fife Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fife Lake has a population of 359 with a density of 492 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.1% female and 54.9% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 13.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

359
Total Population
492
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fife Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fife Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fife Lake is $67,188, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,253. The average weekly wage is $1,140, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,762 business establishments, including 290 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 5.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fife Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,188
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,253
Avg Weekly Wage$1,140
IRS Avg AGI$91,357
Gini Index0.437 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,762
County GDP$7,470M

Business (County)

Restaurants290
Healthcare395
Retail551
Manufacturing180

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,269
136% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Fife Lake is $185,200, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,008, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 86.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 226 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1980. The average annual property tax is $8,269 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,200
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$230,008

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$237
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden33.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.2%
Owner-Occupied86.2%
Renter-Occupied13.8%
Housing Units226
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,269
136% above US avg
Effective Rate4.46%
In Fife Lake, 35.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 29.9% have high blood pressure. 14.6% are current smokers. 19.6% report binge drinking. 22.1% are physically inactive. 27.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.7% experience frequent mental distress. 6.5% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:755. The dentist ratio is 1:946. 77.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Fife Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Primary Care1:755
Dentists1:946
Mental Health1:176
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits68.4%
Premature Death6,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities395
Fife Lake has a violent crime rate of 49 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,226 per 100,000, 37% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Fife Lake receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent49.0/100K
87% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,226.1/100K
37% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents14
Avg Accident Severity3.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Fife Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,023 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,023 ft (312 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density492/sq mi
Coordinates44.5758°N, 85.3478°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
CountyGrand Traverse County County
Nearest AirportGaylord Regional (GLR)
44 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.3"
7% below US avg
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.17"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score65.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability16.3 / 100
Community Resilience96.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Very High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 2, 2024.

Aug 2, 2024 38 km ESE of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin M2.9 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

124 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 5 fatalities, 129 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956 EF4 76 km 1
May 20, 2022 EF3 58 km 2
Jul 3, 1974 EF3 59 km 0
Jun 26, 1969 EF3 32 km 0
Apr 23, 1968 EF3 98 km 0
Oct 18, 2007 EF2 14 km 1
Oct 18, 2007 EF2 83 km 0
May 28, 1995 EF2 97 km 0
Mar 27, 1991 EF2 63 km 0
Mar 27, 1991 EF2 93 km 0
Jun 8, 1985 EF2 69 km 0
Jul 31, 1977 EF2 53 km 0
Jul 23, 1976 EF2 8 km 0
May 21, 1975 EF2 90 km 0
Apr 19, 1975 EF2 51 km 0
Jun 10, 1974 EF2 50 km 0
Jun 9, 1974 EF2 98 km 0
Jun 7, 1974 EF2 40 km 0
May 25, 1973 EF2 54 km 0
Sep 3, 1964 EF2 31 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MERIDIAN BOUNDARY COMPLEX (MERIDIAN ROAD) (7,478 ac, 2010).

Year Name Acres Distance
2010 MERIDIAN BOUNDARY COMPLEX (MERIDIAN ROAD) 7,478 72 km
1990 CRAWFORD15 6,868 66 km
2006 HUGHES LAKE FIRE 5,285 86 km
1994 UNNAMED 4,059 68 km
2006 UNNAMED 4,020 68 km
2017 GRANT RX 2,204 98 km
2005 ROSCOMMON4 2,109 70 km
1987 OGEMAW22 1,952 92 km
2021 21-SLBE LASSO LOOP BURN 1,906 61 km
1995 UNNAMED 1,844 67 km
1988 OGEMAW13 1,547 88 km
2024 RANGE 30 24-03 RX 1,523 61 km
1985 CRAWFORD45 1,412 69 km
1998 OGEMAW16 1,391 83 km
2008 FOUR MILE 1,348 51 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,267 41 km
2010 MERIDIAN BOUNDARY COMPLEX (RANGE 9) 1,202 38 km
2012 LITTLE MACK LAKE 875 100 km
1995 OGEMAW10 856 83 km
2011 HOWES LAKE 839 45 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.7 in
April 42°F (5°C) 2.5 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.5 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in
July 67°F (19°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in
September 59°F (15°C) 4.2 in Wettest
October 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.7 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.1 in

Fife Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 18°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.3").

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Fife Lake is located in Grand Traverse County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 24.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 28% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 50.1% of the vote, a 1.7-point margin. 96.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 395 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.1%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 1.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents14
Avg Accident Severity3.3 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.4%
28% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.77
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density492/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyGrand Traverse County County

Services

Broadband Access96.9%
Avg Download Speed151.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed33.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities395
Restaurants290
Retail Stores551

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%
Average costs for common services in Fife Lake. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit $337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit $192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit $2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning $125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling $241 ($144–$385)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement $289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4) $577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement $192 ($96–$337)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair $385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install $6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair $962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement $8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested) $14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense $4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation $481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation $2,405 ($962–$4,810)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full) $144 ($72–$241)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $77 ($48–$125)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread $3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb) $0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly) $67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly) $82 ($48–$144)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($14–$72)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly) $385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter $289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter $192 ($96–$385)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$693
Toddler$693
Preschool$674
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$758
Toddler$758
Preschool$742
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Grand Traverse County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 10,937 451 $70,451 1.47
Retail Trade 7,218 486 $40,433 1.39
Accommodation & Food Services 6,035 293 $29,183 1.28
Manufacturing 4,503 188 $66,238 1.05
Construction 3,190 448 $68,027 1.17
Finance & Insurance 2,283 168 $106,095 1.08
Professional & Technical Services 2,117 434 $80,127 0.59
Other Services 1,858 319 $48,425 1.19
Wholesale Trade 1,482 118 $71,774 0.72
Administrative & Waste Services 1,398 212 $50,585 0.46
Educational Services 1,273 41 $39,460 1.18
Transportation & Warehousing 993 67 $76,248 0.45
Arts & Entertainment 754 78 $33,034 0.86
Information & Technology 662 71 $70,110 0.68
Real Estate 624 156 $51,040 0.77
Agriculture & Forestry 321 46 $48,569 0.76
Utilities 235 10 $126,519 1.19
Mining & Oil/Gas 187 27 $100,072 0.95
Unclassified 183 50 $46,923 2.53
Management of Companies 46 8 $106,493 0.05

Schools in Fife Lake

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Forest Area Middle School Middle 212 11 19.3:1
Forest Area High School High 158 10 15.8:1
Fife Lake Elementary School Elementary 145 12 12.1:1
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Radio Stations near Fife Lake

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Interlochen Public Radio classical MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Fife Lake

2 campgrounds found near Fife Lake.

NameRatingSitesPrice
SEATON CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.8/5 19 $30–$80
PETERSON BRIDGE 4.5/5 31 $35

National Parks Near Fife Lake

19 national parks and monuments found near Fife Lake.

ParkTypeFee
Aloha State Park State Park Free
Burt Lake State Park State Park Free
Charters Traverse City State Park State Park Free
Dnr Lakeview Park State Park Free
Fisherman's Island State Park State Park Free
Hartwick Pines State Park State Park Free
Interlochen State Park State Park Free
Leelanau State Park State Park Free
Meyer & Keystone Soccer State Park Free
Mitchell State Park State Park Free
North Higgins Lake State Park State Park Free
Old Mission Peninsula State Park State Park Free
Orchard Beach State Park State Park Free
Otsego Lake State Park State Park Free
Petoskey State Park State Park Free
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore National Lakeshore $25
South Higgins Lake State Park State Park Free
Wilson State Park State Park Free
Young State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Fife Lake

68 trails found near Fife Lake.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
MCCT - CAD/MAN 21.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 14.9 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE RIVER TRAIL 9.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CADILLAC WEST SMT DNR37 8.0 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WEST SMT DNR637 7.6 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35 7.4 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35 5.6 SNOW — — —
CADILAC WEST SMT DNR358 5.3 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 5.1 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CABERFAE WAY SPUR 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 4.3 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE MOUNTAIN BIKE 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE X COUNTY SKI 3.8 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 1 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 1 3.5 SNOW — — —
MESICK ROUTE SMT DNR379 3.3 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 3.2 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CABERFAE SMT DNR376 3.0 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 2.3 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR638 2.2 SNOW — — —
WEXFORD SMT DNR667 1.6 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 1.4 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CABERFAE WEST SMT DNR637 1.2 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NCT MARILLA TRAILHEAD SPUR 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 1.1 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR--- 1.0 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WEST SMT DNR637 1.0 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 8 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 8 0.7 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 4 0.6 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 4 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 7 0.6 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 7 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MAN. RV- SUSPENSION BRDG SPUR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 0.4 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.4 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT BRISTOL DNR37 0.3 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35 0.3 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 9 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 5 0.3 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 5 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.2 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35 0.2 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.2 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 6 0.2 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 6 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35 0.1 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.1 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 9 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 3 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 3 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 9 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 9 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 2 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 2 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
CABERFAE SMT DNR376 0.0 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 3 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —

Museums in Fife Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MUSIC HOUSEGENERAL MUSEUM7377 US 31 NORTH2319389300$209,148
ACME HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2313139770
DENNOS MUSEUM CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM
FIFE LAKE AREA HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2318793342
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MISSAUKEE COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONS MOREY RD (RTE 55 & 66)
MANTON AREA HERITAGE RESTORATION GROUPHISTORY MUSEUM
MANTON AREA HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION102 GRISWALD ST2318243208
PARADISE & MAYFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SAMESL FAMILY HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8298 SKEGEMOG POINT ROAD
YUBA HISTORIC SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Fife Lake

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MISSAUKEE DISTRICT LIBRARY210 SOUTH CANAL STREET0.042,000
KALKASKA COUNTY LIBRARY247 SOUTH CEDAR STREET0.039,291
FIFE LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY77 LAKECREST LANE0.026,000

Farmers Markets in Fife Lake

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fife Lake Downtown Farmer's Market105 E. State St.05/24/2014 to 10/18/2014Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Four Co Farmer's MarketUS 13105/10/2014 to Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Yes
Kalkaska Farmers Market353 S. Cedar05/24/2016 to 10/11/2016Tue: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Kingsley Market Brownson Memorial Park
Springfield Recreation Area Farmers Market3983 Lund Road

Hotels in Fife Lake

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fife Lake Lodging

Restaurants in Fife Lake

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fife Lake Inn
Loon's Nest
The Upper Bar & Grill

Gas Stations in Fife Lake

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beacon and Bridge
BP

Banks in Fife Lake

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Forest Area Federal Credit Union

Breweries in Fife Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bravo Zulu BrewingBrewers5690 Us Highway 31 N2319431600Visit
Grand Traverse ToursWine Tours & Tastings, Distillery Tours, Private Tours, Bar, Club & Pub Tours, Brewery Tours, Food &225 Cross Country Trl12319477433

Pharmacies in Fife Lake

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
FIFE LAKE PHARMACY 108 STATE STREET 231-879-4243

EV Charging Stations in Fife Lake

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
GLE STATION 10620 Boyd StChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
GLE STATION 9620 Boyd StChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic

Cell Towers in Fife Lake

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
9740 M-113 EAST #A (94495)GTOWER130
9740 M-113 EAST #A (94495)GTOWER130
3320 N 4 S RD (94618)GTOWER125
3320 N 4 S RD (94618)GTOWER125
6264 WEST COOMBS (94627)GTOWER107
6264 WEST COOMBS (94627)GTOWER107
Lake City North Cell Site 438 West Coombs RoadTOWER107
(Kalkaska) 3333 Beebe RoadGTOWER106
7338 W WALKER RD (94602)GTOWER92
7338 W WALKER RD (94602)GTOWER92

Fire Stations in Fife Lake

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Garfield Township Fire Department0358 W Sharon RDVolunteer231-369-2807

Bridges in Fife Lake

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertSteel1954285,163F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1979121380G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1977138290F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201650200G

Amtrak Stations in Fife Lake

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Kingsley, MI119 East Main Street (Hwy 113)BUS
Manton, MI102 South Michigan AvenueBUS

Superfund Sites Near Fife Lake

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CODING PRODUCTS DIV OF ITW INC111 W PARK DRKALKASKA
KCS MICHIGAN RESOURCES (MAYFIELD 28)C/0 1000 GARFIELD AVE, SUITE 1GRAND TRAVERSE

Airports Near Fife Lake

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cherry Capital AirportTVCMedium Airport
Acme Skyport—Small Airport
Air Park North—Small Airport
Antrim County AirportACBSmall Airport
Baldwin Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Boyne City Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Boyne Mountain Airport—Small Airport
Charlevoix Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Clare County Airport—Small Airport
Clare Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Deer Lake Airpark—Small Airport
Doss Field—Small Airport
Dune Bird Airport—Small Airport
Dvoracek Field—Small Airport
Eagles Landing Airport—Small Airport
East Jordan City Airport—Small Airport
Evad Enterprises LLC Airport—Small Airport
Evart Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Forrest River Airport—Small Airport
Gaylord Regional AirportGLRSmall Airport
Grayling Army Air Field—Small Airport
Green Lake Airport—Small Airport
Home Acres Sky Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Houghton Lake State Airport—Small Airport
Kalkaska City Airport—Small Airport
King Trout Airport—Small Airport
Lake Ann Airway Estates Airport—Small Airport
Lakes of the North Airport—Small Airport
Mancelona Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Miller-Herrold Airport—Small Airport
Moorestown Airpark—Small Airport
Nartron Field—Small Airport
Roscommon County - Blodgett Memorial AirportHTLSmall Airport
Scott Airstrip—Small Airport
Tannehill Airfield—Small Airport
Thompsonville Airport—Small Airport
Torchport Airport—Small Airport
Wexford County AirportCADSmall Airport
William B Bolton Airport—Small Airport
Woolsey Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Yuba Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Fife Lake

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Kalkaska County Sheriff's Office
Kalkaska Village Police Department
Manton Police Department

Grocery Stores in Fife Lake

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Beacon & Bridge Market 21Convenience Store7501 US 131
Dollar General 21666Other6950 US 131
Family Dollar 11018Other625 N Boyd St
Fife Lake EZ MarketConvenience Store620 Boyd St

Treatment Centers in Fife Lake

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Addiction Treatment Services - PORCHSubstance Abuse231-922-4810

DOL Wage Violations in Fife Lake

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,356 in back wages owed to 1 employees.

1
Violations
$1,356
Back Wages Owed
1
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Meadowview AFC — — 49633 — 1 $1,356 $1,356 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fife Lake

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIFE LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCHPO BOX 69

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fife Lake

What is the population of Fife Lake?

Fife Lake has a population of 359 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 492 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.1% female and 54.9% male.

Is Fife Lake expensive to live in?

Fife Lake has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $67,188, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $185,200 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fife Lake safe?

Fife Lake is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 49 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,226 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Fife Lake receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Fife Lake?

Fife Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Fife Lake?

The job market in Fife Lake is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,140. There are 3,762 business establishments in the area, including 290 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 37 minutes, and 5.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fife Lake?

The median home value in Fife Lake is $185,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,008. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,000. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 86.2%. The average annual property tax is $8,269.

How are the schools in Fife Lake?

Schools in Fife Lake score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.4% of adults in Fife Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Fife Lake?

The obesity rate in Fife Lake is 35.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.6% of adults are smokers. 22.1% are physically inactive. 27.3% of residents report depression. 6.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 77.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:755.

What is transportation like in Fife Lake?

The average commute in Fife Lake is 37 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fife Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fife Lake is 97.8% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 13.1% of the population are military veterans. 19.2% of residents have a disability. 94.1% have health insurance coverage.

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