Gaylord, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Otsego County County
Gaylord, MI
At a Glance
How Gaylord Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gaylord's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gaylord a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gaylord residents earn a median household income of $44,052 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,801. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 811 business establishments, including 72 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gaylord is $170,300 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $265,409. Median rent is $844/month, with 31.6% 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 1980.
Safety & Crime
Gaylord reports 522 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 37% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,430/100K.
Education
20.8% of adults in Gaylord hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 91.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gaylord has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches.