Fruitport, MI

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.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,269 Population 1,395/sq mi density
$80,769 Median Income $69,109 per capita
$193,200 Home Value $323,564 Zillow
$1,054 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
2,174 Violent Crime/100K 53,623 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$80,769 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$193,200 home value, $1,054/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
2,174 violent crimes/100K (472% above avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,769
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $193,200
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 2,174/100K
472% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,054
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,269
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density1,395/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,769
Per Capita$69,109
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$21,044M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$193,200
Rent$1,054
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$323,564

Crime

F
Violent2,174/100K
Property53,623/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault906/100K
Burglary3,533/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation621 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute26 min
Libraries10

Is Fruitport a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Fruitport has a population of 1,269 with a density of 1,395 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

1,269
Total Population
1,395
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Fruitport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fruitport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fruitport is $80,769, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Fruitport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,769
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$69,109
Avg Weekly Wage$1,150
IRS Avg AGI$89,969

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,888
County GDP$21,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants465
Healthcare621
Retail779
Manufacturing606

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,878
97% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fruitport is $193,200, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,054 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,564.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,200
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,564

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,054
9% 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-Occupied97.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,878
97% above US avg
Effective Rate3.56%
In Fruitport, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death5,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities621
Fruitport has a violent crime rate of 2,174 per 100,000 residents, 472% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 53,623 per 100,000 (2636% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent2,173.9/100K
472% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape271.7/100K
Robbery996.4/100K
Assault905.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property53,623.2/100K
2636% above US avg
Burglary3,532.6/100K
Theft48,822.5/100K
Vehicle Theft1,268.1/100K
Arson90.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Fruitport has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation621 ft (189 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,395/sq mi
Coordinates43.1255°N, 86.1561°W
County FIPS26139
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 20.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,395/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities621
Restaurants465
Retail Stores779

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Work from Home6.0%

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