Greenville, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Greenville is a small city in Michigan with a population of 8,897. Residents earn $55,477 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
8,897 Population 1,403/sq mi density
$55,477 Median Income $28,849 per capita
$160,600 Home Value $259,775 Zillow
$899 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
331 Violent Crime/100K 3,361 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$55,477 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,600 home value, $899/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
331 violent crimes/100K (13% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,477
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,600
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 331/100K
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $899
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,897
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density1,403/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,477
Per Capita$28,849
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,600
Rent$899
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,775

Crime

F
Violent331/100K
Property3,361/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault178/100K
Burglary615/100K

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation840 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute22 min
EV Stations2
Libraries8

Is Greenville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Greenville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenville is $55,477, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenville is $160,600, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $899 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Greenville is below the national average at 331 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,361 per 100,000, 71% above the national average.

Education

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 72.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Greenville has a population of 8,897 with a density of 1,403 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.4%).

Population

8,897
Total Population
1,403
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenville is $55,477, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Greenville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,477
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,849
Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$55,319

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,086
County GDP$2,158M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare122
Retail201
Manufacturing74

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,619
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenville is $160,600, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $899 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,775.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,600
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,775
Median List Price$280,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$280,000
$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio100.3%
Price Drops63.6%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$899
23% 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-Occupied60.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,619
32% above US avg
Effective Rate2.88%
In Greenville, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death8,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities122
Greenville has a violent crime rate of 331 per 100,000 residents, 13% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,361 per 100,000 (71% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent331.4/100K
13% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape118.4/100K
Robbery35.5/100K
Assault177.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,361.3/100K
71% above US avg
Burglary615.5/100K
Theft2,663.0/100K
Vehicle Theft82.9/100K
Arson47.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Greenville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall72.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation840 ft (256 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.4 km²)
Population Density1,403/sq mi
Coordinates43.1796°N, 85.2540°W
County FIPS26117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+86.7%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,403/sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants93
Retail Stores201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home3.7%

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