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Hardwood Acres, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Hardwood Acres is a small town in Michigan with a population of 735. Residents earn $107,128 per year, which is 43% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
735 Population 1,387/sq mi density
$107,128 Median Income $41,030 per capita
$240,500 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$107,128 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$240,500 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $107,128
43% higher than US avg
Home Value $240,500
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.1%
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population735
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density1,387/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$107,128
Per Capita$41,030
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$7,470M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units184
Rent Burden31.5%

Health

Obesity34.3%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking13.2%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation822 ft (251 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.1%
High School+91.2%
Graduate+8.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute25 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries6

Is Hardwood Acres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hardwood Acres receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Hardwood Acres stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hardwood Acres is $107,128, which is significantly higher than the national average — 43% above $75,149. This places Hardwood Acres among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hardwood Acres is $240,500, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Hardwood Acres has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 101.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hardwood Acres has a population of 735 with a density of 1,387 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

735
Total Population
1,387
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hardwood Acres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hardwood Acres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hardwood Acres is $107,128, which is 43% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Hardwood Acres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$107,128
43% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,030
Avg Weekly Wage$1,140
IRS Avg AGI$91,357

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,762
County GDP$7,470M

Business (County)

Restaurants290
Healthcare395
Retail551
Manufacturing180

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,269
136% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hardwood Acres is $240,500, 15% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,500
15% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%
Housing Units184
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,269
136% above US avg
Effective Rate3.44%
In Hardwood Acres, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 28.3% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hardwood Acres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep31.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.2%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits70.8%
Premature Death6,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities395
Hardwood Acres has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall101.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation822 ft (251 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,387/sq mi
Coordinates44.7196°N, 85.8221°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 34.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.1%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 1.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.1%
1% above US avg
High School+91.2%
Graduate Degree+8.1%
School Test Score5.23
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,387/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities395
Restaurants290
Retail Stores551

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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