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Freeport, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Barry County County
Freeport, MI
At a Glance
How Freeport Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Freeport's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Freeport a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Freeport residents earn a median household income of $72,868 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,510. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,064 business establishments, including 76 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Freeport is $154,900 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $306,318. Median rent is $1,000/month, with 21.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Freeport reports 219 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 42% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,467/100K.
Education
17.5% of adults in Freeport hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 95.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Freeport has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.