Holly, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Holly is a small city in Michigan with a population of 5,971. Residents earn $61,221 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,971 Population 2,110/sq mi density
$61,221 Median Income $36,723 per capita
$174,900 Home Value $312,940 Zillow
$974 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
273 Violent Crime/100K 1,544 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$61,221 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,900 home value, $974/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
273 violent crimes/100K (28% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,221
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,900
38% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 273/100K
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $974
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,971
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density2,110/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,221
Per Capita$36,723
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$143,144M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,900
Rent$974
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$312,940

Crime

F
Violent273/100K
Property1,544/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault129/100K
Burglary402/100K

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Elevation915 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute33 min
EV Stations11
Libraries40

Is Holly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holly receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Holly offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holly is $61,221, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% 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 Holly is $174,900, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $974 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 Holly is below the national average at 273 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,544 per 100,000, 21% below the national average.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Holly experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Holly has a population of 5,971 with a density of 2,110 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 4.1% Black.

Population

5,971
Total Population
2,110
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Holly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holly is $61,221, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Holly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,221
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,723
Avg Weekly Wage$1,498
IRS Avg AGI$117,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)43,047
County GDP$143,144M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,099
Healthcare5,524
Retail4,518
Manufacturing1,635

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Holly is $174,900, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $974 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $312,940.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,900
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$312,940
Median List Price$187,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$187,450
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$974
16% 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-Occupied65.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Rate4.79%
In Holly, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death6,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access96.4%
Healthcare Facilities5,524
Holly has a violent crime rate of 273 per 100,000 residents, 28% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,544 per 100,000 (21% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent273.4/100K
28% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape112.6/100K
Robbery32.2/100K
Assault128.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,543.9/100K
21% below US avg
Burglary402.1/100K
Theft1,125.8/100K
Vehicle Theft16.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Holly has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density2,110/sq mi
Coordinates42.7988°N, 83.6230°W
County FIPS26125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.8%
D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 10.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,110/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations11
Alt Fuel Stations12
Public Libraries40
Healthcare Facilities5,524
Restaurants3,099
Retail Stores4,518

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Work from Home13.9%

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