Fremont, MI

Michigan

Fremont is a small town in Michigan with a population of 4,532. Residents earn $57,000 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,532 Population 1,259/sq mi density
$57,000 Median Income $29,195 per capita
$169,500 Home Value $251,488 Zillow
$813 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
223 Violent Crime/100K 4,576 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$57,000 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,500 home value, $813/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
223 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,000
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,500
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 223/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.2%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $813
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,532
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density1,259/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,000
Per Capita$29,195
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$2,077M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,500
Rent$813
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$251,488

Crime

F
Violent223/100K
Property4,576/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault99/100K
Burglary247/100K

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation765 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.2%
High School+91.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Fremont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fremont receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Fremont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fremont is $57,000, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fremont is $169,500, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Fremont is below the national average at 223 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,576 per 100,000, 133% above the national average.

Education

30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Fremont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Fremont has a population of 4,532 with a density of 1,259 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%).

Population

4,532
Total Population
1,259
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.6%
Female 58.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fremont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fremont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fremont is $57,000, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Fremont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,000
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,195
Avg Weekly Wage$949
IRS Avg AGI$59,846

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)855
County GDP$2,077M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare97
Retail153
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Fremont is $169,500, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $813 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,488.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,500
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$251,488

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$813
30% 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-Occupied72.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Effective Rate3.07%
In Fremont, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death8,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access81.4%
Healthcare Facilities97
Fremont has a violent crime rate of 223 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,576 per 100,000 (133% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent222.6/100K
41% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape123.7/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault98.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,575.8/100K
133% above US avg
Burglary247.3/100K
Theft4,303.7/100K
Vehicle Theft24.7/100K
Arson49.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Fremont has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation765 ft (233 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density1,259/sq mi
Coordinates43.4625°N, 85.9548°W
County FIPS26123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 42.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.2%
10% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,259/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants74
Retail Stores153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Work from Home5.5%

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