Frankfort, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Frankfort is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,158. Residents earn $51,813 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,158 Population 833/sq mi density
$51,813 Median Income $37,193 per capita
$305,600 Home Value $493,821 Zillow
$749 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,813 median income, 1.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$305,600 home value, $749/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,813
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $305,600
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.9%
15% higher than US avg
Median Rent $749
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,158
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density833/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,813
Per Capita$37,193
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$741M
Commute21 min

Housing

B
Home Value$305,600
Rent$749
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$493,821

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Elevation608 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.9%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute21 min
EV Stations4
Libraries4

Is Frankfort a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frankfort receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Frankfort offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frankfort is $51,813, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frankfort is $305,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $749 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Frankfort experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 93.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Frankfort has a population of 1,158 with a density of 833 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

1,158
Total Population
833
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Frankfort vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Frankfort vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frankfort is $51,813, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Frankfort vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,813
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,193
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$72,228

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)483
County GDP$741M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare34
Retail65
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,350
139% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home13.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Frankfort is $305,600, 8% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $749 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $493,821.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$305,600
8% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$493,821

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$379
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio90.8%
Price Drops4.8%
Inventory21

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$749
36% 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-Occupied62.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,350
139% above US avg
Effective Rate2.73%
In Frankfort, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death9,354/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities34

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Frankfort has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall93.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation608 ft (185 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density833/sq mi
Coordinates44.6368°N, 86.2320°W
County FIPS26019
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 38.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 8.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.9%
15% above US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score5.23
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density833/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants67
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home13.4%

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