Fowlerville, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Fowlerville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 2,950. Residents earn $43,155 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,950 Population 1,277/sq mi density
$43,155 Median Income $28,529 per capita
$189,000 Home Value $321,670 Zillow
$1,008 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
102 Violent Crime/100K 3,316 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$43,155 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$189,000 home value, $1,008/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
102 violent crimes/100K (73% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,155
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,000
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 102/100K
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,008
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,950
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density1,277/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,155
Per Capita$28,529
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$23,569M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$189,000
Rent$1,008
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$321,670

Crime

F
Violent102/100K
Property3,316/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary338/100K

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Elevation902 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 64%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries16

Is Fowlerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fowlerville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Fowlerville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fowlerville is $43,155, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fowlerville is $189,000, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,008 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Fowlerville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 102 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,316 per 100,000, 69% above the national average.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Fowlerville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 36.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fowlerville has a population of 2,950 with a density of 1,277 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

2,950
Total Population
1,277
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fowlerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fowlerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fowlerville is $43,155, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Fowlerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,155
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,529
Avg Weekly Wage$1,318
IRS Avg AGI$70,063

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,868
County GDP$23,569M

Business (County)

Restaurants619
Healthcare804
Retail855
Manufacturing182

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,455
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Fowlerville is $189,000, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,008 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,670.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,000
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$321,670
Median List Price$219,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$219,950
$/Sq Ft$292
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,008
13% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,455
113% above US avg
Effective Rate3.94%
In Fowlerville, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.1% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma12.7%
COPD9.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death9,801/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access91.6%
Healthcare Facilities804
Fowlerville has a violent crime rate of 102 per 100,000 residents, 73% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,316 per 100,000 (69% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent101.5/100K
73% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape67.7/100K
Robbery33.8/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,316.4/100K
69% above US avg
Burglary338.4/100K
Theft2,944.2/100K
Vehicle Theft33.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Fowlerville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall36.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density1,277/sq mi
Coordinates42.6594°N, 84.0737°W
County FIPS26065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 29.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.2%
D 63.9%

Winner: Democrat by 29.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,277/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities804
Restaurants619
Retail Stores855

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Work from Home4.8%

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