Michigan · Metropolitan Area
Fruitport is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,269. Residents earn $80,769 per year, which is 7% above the national average.
Based on current data, Fruitport receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Fruitport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Fruitport is $80,769, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Fruitport is $193,200, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,054 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 2,174 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 53,623 per 100,000, 2636% above the national average.
23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Fruitport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $80,769 |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $69,109 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,150 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,969 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,888 |
| County GDP | $21,044M |
| Restaurants | 465 |
| Healthcare | 621 |
| Retail | 779 |
| Manufacturing | 606 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,878 |
| 97% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.56% |
| Commute Time | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
| Census Median | $193,200 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $323,564 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,054 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 97.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,878 |
| 97% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.56% |
| Obesity | 40.2% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.9% |
| Depression | 28.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,206/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 621 |
| Total Violent | 2,173.9/100K |
| 472% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 271.7/100K |
| Robbery | 996.4/100K |
| Assault | 905.8/100K |
| Total Property | 53,623.2/100K |
| 2636% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 3,532.6/100K |
| Theft | 48,822.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 1,268.1/100K |
| Arson | 90.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 48.3°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.6 inches |
| 1% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 621 ft (189 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,395/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1255°N, 86.1561°W |
| County FIPS | 26139 |
Winner: Republican by 20.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.7% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,395/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 621 |
| Restaurants | 465 |
| Retail Stores | 779 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Avg Commute | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |