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Hickory Corners, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Hickory Corners is a small town in Michigan with a population of 151. Residents earn $96,105 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
151 Population 73/sq mi density
$96,105 Median Income $44,678 per capita
$260,200 Home Value $369,556 Zillow
50°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,105 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$260,200 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,105
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $260,200
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population151
Median Age64.4 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,105
Per Capita$44,678
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,346M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$260,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$369,556
Housing Units102
Rent Burden26.1%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking12.6%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation955 ft (291 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute33 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries7

Is Hickory Corners a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hickory Corners receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Hickory Corners offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hickory Corners is $96,105, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hickory Corners is $260,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Hickory Corners experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hickory Corners has a population of 151 with a density of 73 people per square mile. The median age is 64.4 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

151
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
64.4yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.9%
Female 35.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hickory Corners vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hickory Corners vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hickory Corners is $96,105, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Hickory Corners vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,105
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,678
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$75,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,064
County GDP$2,346M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare91
Retail128
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,128
75% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hickory Corners is $260,200, 8% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $369,556.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,200
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$369,556

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units102
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,128
75% above US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
In Hickory Corners, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.6% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hickory Corners vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.8%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,315
Dentists1:4,237
Mental Health1:769
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits70.9%
Premature Death6,873/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access58.1%
Healthcare Facilities91
Hickory Corners has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates42.4344°N, 85.3859°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density73/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants76
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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