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Forestville, MI

Michigan

Forestville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 142. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
142 Population 180/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $30,104 per capita
$134,400 Home Value $136,390 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$134,400 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,400
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.2%
192% higher than US avg

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

People

Population142
Median Age62.8 yrs
Density180/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans13.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$30,104
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty36.2%
County GDP$1,747M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,390
Housing Units142
Rent Burden27.7%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking17.3%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation636 ft (194 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+94.2%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute30 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries8

Is Forestville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forestville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Forestville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forestville is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 36.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Forestville is $134,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Forestville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Forestville has a population of 142 with a density of 180 people per square mile. The median age is 62.8 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%).

Population

142
Total Population
180
People / sq mi
62.8yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Forestville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Forestville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forestville is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Forestville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,104
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$57,237

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate36.2%
192% above US avg
Establishments (County)879
County GDP$1,747M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare103
Retail134
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Forestville is $134,400, 52% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,390.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,400
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$136,390

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.1%
Housing Units142
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Rate2.88%
In Forestville, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep30.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,116
Dentists1:2,904
Mental Health1:481
Checkup Rate71.1%
Dental Visits59.6%
Premature Death9,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access40.5%
Healthcare Facilities103
Forestville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall47.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density180/sq mi
Coordinates43.6599°N, 82.6126°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+94.2%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density180/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants71
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

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