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Grand Beach, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Grand Beach is a small town in Michigan with a population of 368. Residents earn $115,000 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
368 Population 404/sq mi density
$115,000 Median Income $90,814 per capita
$1,081,700 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$115,000 median income, 2.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$1,081,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
70.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,000
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,081,700
284% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 70.4%
109% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population368
Median Age62.5 yrs
Density404/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,000
Per Capita$90,814
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$9,718M
Commute32 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,081,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units553
Rent Burden29.5%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking10.7%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation616 ft (188 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+70.4%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+38.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute32 min
Broadband97.1%
Libraries14

Is Grand Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grand Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Grand Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grand Beach is $115,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 53% above $75,149. This places Grand Beach among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grand Beach is $1,081,700, making it a premium housing market at 284% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Grand Beach is a highly educated community — 70.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Grand Beach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 65.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Grand Beach has a population of 368 with a density of 404 people per square mile. The median age is 62.5 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%).

Population

368
Total Population
404
People / sq mi
62.5yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Grand Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grand Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grand Beach is $115,000, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Grand Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,000
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$90,814
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$80,573

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,096
County GDP$9,718M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare432
Retail544
Manufacturing268

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,061
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Drive Alone48.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Grand Beach is $1,081,700, 284% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,081,700
284% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.6%
Housing Units553
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,061
102% above US avg
Effective Rate0.65%
In Grand Beach, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 10.7% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Grand Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.3%
Cancer8.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.7%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits74.5%
Premature Death9,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access79.6%
Healthcare Facilities432
Grand Beach has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall65.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation616 ft (188 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density404/sq mi
Coordinates41.7746°N, 86.7884°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 70.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (109% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 97.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 45.4%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+70.4%
109% above US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+38.2%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density404/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities432
Restaurants391
Retail Stores544

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Drive Alone48.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home44.1%

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