Filer City, MI — City Data & Statistics

Home Value $93,100

67% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 3.9%

88% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.5%

11% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.1%

14% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population183

Median Age38.8 yrs

Density732/mi²

Male / Female38% / 62%

Largest GroupWhite 96%

Veterans3.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$24,199

Unemployment4.1%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,160M

Commute17 min

Housing

Home Value$93,100

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units62

Rent Burden31.6%

Health

Obesity35.5%

Uninsured6.7%

Smoking15.9%

Depression28.0%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain36.3 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation601 ft (183 m)

Education

Bachelor's+3.9%

High School+86.8%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.01

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%

Commute17 min

Broadband65.0%

Libraries6

Is Filer City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Filer City receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Filer City faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Filer City is $93,100, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Filer City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Filer City has a population of 183 with a density of 732 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 61.7% female and 38.3% male. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 3.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 3.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

183

Total Population

732

People / sq mi

38.8yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.3%

Female 61.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Filer City 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

Filer City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Filer City is N/A. Per capita income is $24,199 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $985, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 602 business establishments, including 73 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Filer City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$24,199
Avg Weekly Wage	$985
IRS Avg AGI	$57,545

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	602
County GDP	$1,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants	73
Healthcare	63
Retail	105
Manufacturing	28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,625
	89% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	7.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.9 min
Drive Alone	94.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Filer City is $93,100, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 62 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1951. The average annual property tax is $6,625 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$93,100
	67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	31.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	86.2%
Renter-Occupied	13.8%
Housing Units	62
Median Year Built	1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,625
	89% above US avg
Effective Rate	7.12%

In Filer City, 35.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 31.1% have high blood pressure. 15.9% are current smokers. 20.5% report binge drinking. 23.8% are physically inactive. 28.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. 6.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,950. The dentist ratio is 1:1,405. 79.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Filer City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.5%
	11% above US avg
Diabetes	9.2%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	31.1%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	7.9%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.9%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.5%
Physical Inactivity	23.8%
Depression	28.0%
Mental Distress	18.9%
Physical Distress	13.3%
Short Sleep	31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.7%
	22% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,950
Dentists	1:1,405
Mental Health	1:568
Checkup Rate	76.3%
Dental Visits	70.3%
Premature Death	10,237/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	79.8%
Healthcare Facilities	63

Filer City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°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 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 601 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	47.5°F
	12% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-4°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.3 inches
	4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	601 ft (183 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	732/sq mi
Coordinates	44.2147°N, 86.2888°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Manistee County County
County FIPS	26101

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	24°F (-4°C)	2.2 in
February	23°F (-5°C)	1.5 in	Coldest, Driest
March	31°F (-0°C)	2.0 in
April	43°F (6°C)	2.7 in
May	54°F (12°C)	2.5 in
June	63°F (17°C)	3.3 in
July	69°F (21°C)	2.6 in	Warmest
August	68°F (20°C)	3.6 in
September	60°F (16°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
October	49°F (10°C)	3.2 in
November	38°F (3°C)	2.9 in
December	27°F (-3°C)	2.5 in

Filer City has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 23°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.5").

Filer City is located in Manistee County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 3.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 57.2% of the vote, a 15.9-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 63 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 94.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.2%

D 41.3%

Winner: Republican by 15.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	3.9%
	88% below US avg
High School+	86.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.01

F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	732/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi
County	Manistee County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	65.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	63
Restaurants	73
Retail Stores	105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.9 min
Drive Alone	94.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Filer City

What is the population of Filer City?

Filer City has a population of 183 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 732 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.8 years. The population is 61.7% female and 38.3% male.

Is Filer City expensive to live in?

Filer City has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median home value is $93,100 (67% below the U.S. median).

What is the weather like in Filer City?

Filer City has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Filer City?

Filer City has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $985. There are 602 business establishments in the area, including 73 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Filer City?

The median home value in Filer City is $93,100. The average annual property tax is $6,625.

How are the schools in Filer City?

Schools in Filer City score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 3.9% of adults in Filer City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Filer City?

The obesity rate in Filer City is 35.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.9% of adults are smokers. 23.8% are physically inactive. 28.0% of residents report depression. 6.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 79.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,950.

What is transportation like in Filer City?

The average commute in Filer City is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 94.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Filer City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Filer City is 96.2% White, 3.8% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 3.5% of the population are military veterans. 8.1% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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