Grand Haven, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Ottawa County County
Grand Haven, MI
At a Glance
How Grand Haven Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grand Haven's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grand Haven a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grand Haven residents earn a median household income of $60,665 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,963. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,888 business establishments, including 465 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grand Haven is $242,400 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $401,623. Median rent is $961/month, with 29.8% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Grand Haven reports 209 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 946/100K.
Education
35.9% of adults in Grand Haven hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above the national average). 96.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grand Haven 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 totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.