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Glen Arbor, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Glen Arbor is a small town in Michigan with a population of 313. Residents earn $178,750 per year, which is 138% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
313 Population 304/sq mi density
$178,750 Median Income $105,811 per capita
$690,200 Home Value $594,784 Zillow
46°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$178,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$690,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
74.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $178,750
138% higher than US avg
Home Value $690,200
145% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 74.7%
122% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population313
Median Age65.7 yrs
Density304/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans11.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$178,750
Per Capita$105,811
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,470M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$690,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$594,784
Housing Units310
Rent Burden31.5%

Health

Obesity30.0%
Uninsured4.2%
Smoking8.5%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation601 ft (183 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+74.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+14.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute21 min
Broadband94.4%
EV Stations3
Libraries6

Is Glen Arbor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glen Arbor receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Glen Arbor stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glen Arbor is $178,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 138% above $75,149. This places Glen Arbor among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glen Arbor is $690,200, making it a premium housing market at 145% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Glen Arbor is a highly educated community — 74.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Glen Arbor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches, including 143.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Glen Arbor has a population of 313 with a density of 304 people per square mile. The median age is 65.7 years, 69% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

313
Total Population
304
People / sq mi
65.7yrs
Median Age
69% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61%
Female 39%

Race & Ethnicity

Glen Arbor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.5%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.5%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Glen Arbor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glen Arbor is $178,750, which is 138% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Glen Arbor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$178,750
138% above US avg
Per Capita Income$105,811
Avg Weekly Wage$1,140
IRS Avg AGI$91,357

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,762
County GDP$7,470M

Business (County)

Restaurants290
Healthcare395
Retail551
Manufacturing180

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,269
136% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone55.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Glen Arbor is $690,200, 145% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $594,784.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$690,200
145% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$594,784
Median List Price$395,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$395,000
$/Sq Ft$177
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units310
Median Year Built1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,269
136% above US avg
Effective Rate1.20%
In Glen Arbor, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.2% of residents lack health insurance. 8.5% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 15.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Glen Arbor vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD4.3%
Cancer8.2%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.5%
39% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity15.1%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress9.7%
Short Sleep29.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured4.2%
51% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.3%
Dental Visits78.6%
Premature Death6,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities395
Glen Arbor has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.7 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall143.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation601 ft (183 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density304/sq mi
Coordinates44.8943°N, 85.9891°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 74.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (122% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.7-point margin. 94.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.1%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 1.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+74.7%
122% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+14.0%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density304/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.4%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities395
Restaurants290
Retail Stores551

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone55.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.0%

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