Goodrich, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Goodrich is a small town in Michigan with a population of 2,024. Residents earn $103,864 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,024 Population 920/sq mi density
$103,864 Median Income $46,969 per capita
$238,300 Home Value $358,033 Zillow
$1,097 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$103,864 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$238,300 home value, $1,097/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,864
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $238,300
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.3%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,097
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,024
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density920/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,864
Per Capita$46,969
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$143,144M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$238,300
Rent$1,097
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$358,033

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Elevation912 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.3%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute33 min
Libraries40

Is Goodrich a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goodrich receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Goodrich stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goodrich is $103,864, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Goodrich among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goodrich is $238,300, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,097 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Goodrich experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Goodrich has a population of 2,024 with a density of 920 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

2,024
Total Population
920
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Goodrich vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Goodrich vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goodrich is $103,864, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Goodrich vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,864
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,969
Avg Weekly Wage$1,498
IRS Avg AGI$117,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)43,047
County GDP$143,144M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,099
Healthcare5,524
Retail4,518
Manufacturing1,635

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Work from Home18.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Goodrich is $238,300, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,097 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $358,033.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,300
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$358,033

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,097
6% 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-Occupied94.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Rate3.51%
In Goodrich, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death6,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access96.4%
Healthcare Facilities5,524

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Goodrich has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density920/sq mi
Coordinates42.9109°N, 83.5173°W
County FIPS26125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 35.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.8%
D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 10.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.3%
5% above US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.23
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density920/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries40
Healthcare Facilities5,524
Restaurants3,099
Retail Stores4,518

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Work from Home18.6%

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