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Greenland, MI

Michigan

Greenland is a small town in Michigan with a population of 116. Residents earn $43,958 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
116 Population 283/sq mi density
$43,958 Median Income $22,111 per capita
$55,000 Home Value
42°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$43,958 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,000 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,958
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.1%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density283/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,958
Per Capita$22,111
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$169M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units92
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking18.9%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,168 ft (356 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.1%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute18 min
Broadband57.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Greenland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenland receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Greenland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenland is $43,958, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenland is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Greenland has a population of 116 with a density of 283 people per square mile. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 6.9% Hispanic.

Population

116
Total Population
283
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenland is $43,958, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Greenland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,958
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,111
Avg Weekly Wage$685
IRS Avg AGI$54,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)191
County GDP$169M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare14
Retail28
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,840
10% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenland is $55,000, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,000
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.3%

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%
Housing Units92
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,840
10% above US avg
Effective Rate6.98%
In Greenland, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,934
Dentists1:1,954
Mental Health1:2,953
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits61.6%
Premature Death13,371/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access61.0%
Healthcare Facilities14
Greenland has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,168 ft (356 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density283/sq mi
Coordinates46.7804°N, 89.0952°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.4-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.1%
91% below US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density283/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants29
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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