Hartford, MI
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Hartford, MI
At a Glance
How Hartford Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hartford's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hartford a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hartford residents earn a median household income of $39,868 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,631. The unemployment rate stands at 8.2% (128% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,643 business establishments, including 164 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hartford is $95,200 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $178,324. Median rent is $809/month, with 28.0% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Hartford reports 162 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,338/100K.
Education
7.2% of adults in Hartford hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 82.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hartford has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches.