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Honor, MI

Michigan · Benzie County · Traverse City Metro

Honor is a small town in Michigan with a population of 145. Residents earn $45,250 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
145 Population 269/sq mi density
$45,250 Median Income $33,041 per capita
$180,200 Home Value $381,817 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
305 Violent Crime/100K 1,840 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$45,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$180,200 home value, $950/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
305 violent crimes/100K (20% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $45,250
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,200
36% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 305/100K
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population145
Median Age61.5 yrs
Density269/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,250
Per Capita$33,041
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$741M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$180,200
Rent$950
Ownership89.6%
Zillow$381,817
Housing Units144
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

F
Violent305/100K
Property1,840/100K

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking13.3%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation714 ft (218 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score5.68

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute26 min
Broadband77.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Honor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Honor receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Honor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Honor is $45,250, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Honor is $180,200, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Honor is below the national average at 305 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,840 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Honor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°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 34.3 inches, including 93.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Honor has a population of 145 with a density of 269 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 61.5 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 2.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.6% of residents. 6.1% of the population are veterans. 18.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

145
Total Population
269
People / sq mi
61.5yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Honor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Honor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Honor is $45,250, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,041 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $877, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 483 business establishments, including 67 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 12.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Honor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,250
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,041
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$72,228
Gini Index0.445 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)483
County GDP$741M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare34
Retail65
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,350
139% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Honor is $180,200, 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $381,817, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.7% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 89.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 144 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $8,350 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,200
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$381,817
Median List Price$495,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$495,000
$/Sq Ft$139
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.6%
Owner-Occupied89.6%
Renter-Occupied10.4%
Housing Units144
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,350
139% above US avg
Effective Rate4.63%
In Honor, 34.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 29.6% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 19.7% report binge drinking. 20.2% are physically inactive, below the national average. 28.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.2% experience frequent mental distress. 6.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,657. The dentist ratio is 1:1,663. 62.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.2%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep30.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,657
Dentists1:1,663
Mental Health1:559
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits72.9%
Premature Death9,354/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities34
Honor has a violent crime rate of 305 per 100,000 residents, 20% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,840 per 100,000, 6% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Honor receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent304.5/100K
20% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,840.5/100K
6% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents6
Avg Accident Severity3.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Honor experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. The area receives 93.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 714 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation714 ft (218 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density269/sq mi
Coordinates44.6664°N, 86.0194°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
CountyBenzie County County
Nearest AirportGaylord Regional (GLR)
69 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.3"
10% below US avg
Snowfall 93.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0427 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score22.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability53.4 / 100
Community Resilience99.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 2, 2024.

Aug 2, 2024 38 km ESE of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin M2.9 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

67 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 5 fatalities, 104 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956 EF4 37 km 1
May 20, 2022 EF3 96 km 2
Jul 3, 1974 EF3 86 km 0
Jun 26, 1969 EF3 29 km 0
Oct 18, 2007 EF2 62 km 1
Mar 27, 1991 EF2 99 km 0
Jun 8, 1985 EF2 87 km 0
Jul 31, 1977 EF2 73 km 0
Jul 23, 1976 EF2 62 km 0
Apr 19, 1975 EF2 99 km 0
Jun 7, 1974 EF2 65 km 0
Apr 12, 1972 EF2 96 km 0
Sep 3, 1964 EF2 76 km 0
May 8, 1964 EF2 47 km 0
Jul 31, 1963 EF2 64 km 0
Sep 13, 1961 EF2 43 km 0
Sep 26, 1951 EF2 99 km 1
Aug 28, 2018 EF1 88 km 0
Sep 1, 2014 EF1 80 km 0
Sep 1, 2014 EF1 99 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

12 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GRANT RX (2,204 ac, 2017).

Year Name Acres Distance
2017 GRANT RX 2,204 69 km
2021 21-SLBE LASSO LOOP BURN 1,906 9 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,267 95 km
2010 MERIDIAN BOUNDARY COMPLEX (RANGE 9) 1,202 91 km
2011 HOWES LAKE 839 96 km
2003 WARFIELD ROAD 800 50 km
1994 COUNTY LINE 735 93 km
2019 BALDWIN FUELS UNITS 1/2/6AB 619 88 km
2019 19-SLBE PETERSON 605 8 km
2021 WARFIELD 538 50 km
1987 KALKASKA17 520 85 km
2024 WHELAN LAKE BLOCK 1 PARTIAL 1 RX 512 85 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 2.4 in
February 22°F (-5°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 2.2 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in
July 69°F (21°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 3.4 in
September 60°F (15°C) 4.3 in Wettest
October 49°F (9°C) 3.1 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.8 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.5 in

Honor has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 22°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.7").

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Honor is located in Benzie County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 24.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 27% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 53.7% of the vote, a 8.7-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 34 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 8.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents6
Avg Accident Severity3.7 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+8.5%
School Test Score5.68
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density269/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyBenzie County County

Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Avg Download Speed137.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed34.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants67
Retail Stores65

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%
Average costs for common services in Honor. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit $337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit $192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit $2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning $125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling $241 ($144–$385)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement $289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4) $577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement $192 ($96–$337)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair $385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install $6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair $962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement $8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested) $14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense $4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation $481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation $2,405 ($962–$4,810)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full) $144 ($72–$241)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $77 ($48–$125)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread $3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb) $0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly) $67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly) $82 ($48–$144)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($14–$72)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly) $385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter $289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter $192 ($96–$385)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$575
Toddler$638
Preschool$638
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$860
Toddler$860
Preschool$841
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Benzie County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 1,225 64 $30,276 2.76
Retail Trade 600 58 $34,992 1.23
Construction 472 83 $62,547 1.84
Health Care & Social Assistance 453 28 $64,805 0.65
Manufacturing 301 19 $57,311 0.75
Finance & Insurance 199 17 $70,823 1.00
Other Services 158 40 $30,059 1.07
Administrative & Waste Services 156 27 $55,030 0.54
Arts & Entertainment 138 15 $32,578 1.68
Professional & Technical Services 120 31 $42,238 0.35
Real Estate 64 19 $30,991 0.84
Information & Technology 20 7 $26,663 0.22
Educational Services 19 5 $25,750 0.19
Unclassified 10 7 $94,285 1.47

Radio Stations near Honor

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
IPR Classical classical MP3 128 kbps
Interlochen Public Radio classical MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Honor

11 campgrounds found near Honor.

NameRatingSitesPrice
SEATON CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.8/5 19 $30–$80
D.H. Day Group Campground 4.7/5 4 $20
PLATTE RIVER CAMPGROUND 4.7/5 171 $22–$50
Upper Manistee River Backcountry Campsites 4.6/5 11 Free
White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits 4.6/5 1 $13
PETERSON BRIDGE 4.5/5 31 $35
D.H. Day Campground 4.4/5 82 $10
SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 44 $40–$105
Marzinski Horse Campground 4.2/5 19 Free
South Manitou Group Campground 3.9/5 6 $30
Village Campground - North Manitou Island — — Free

National Parks Near Honor

17 national parks and monuments found near Honor.

ParkTypeFee
Big And Little Marsh State Habitat Area State Park Free
Charters Traverse City State Park State Park Free
Fisherman's Island State Park State Park Free
Grand Traverse Island State Park State Park Free
Interlochen State Park State Park Free
Leelanau State Park State Park Free
Ludington State Park State Park Free
Mears State Park State Park Free
Meyer & Keystone Soccer State Park Free
Mitchell State Park State Park Free
Newport State Park State Park Free
Old Mission Peninsula State Park State Park Free
Orchard Beach State Park State Park Free
Rock Island State Park State Park Free
Silver Lake State Park State Park Free
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore National Lakeshore $25
Young State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Honor

161+ trails found near Honor.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
MCCT - CAD/MAN 21.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 21.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 14.9 SNOW — — —
MARZINSKI HORSE TRAIL 10.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MANISTEE RIVER TRAIL 9.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CADILLAC WEST SMT DNR37 8.0 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WEST SMT DNR637 7.6 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35 7.4 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 6.1 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 5.2 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 5.1 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CABERFAE WAY SPUR 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
UDELL AREA SMT DNR606 4.6 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 4.3 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE MOUNTAIN BIKE 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE X COUNTY SKI 3.8 SNOW — — —
BIG M - CATAMOUNT 3.7 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - CATAMOUNT 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - ROAD MONKEY 3.6 SNOW — — —
BIG M - ROAD MONKEY 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - BULLWACKER 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - BULLWACKER 3.5 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 1 3.5 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 1 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MESICK ROUTE SMT DNR379 3.3 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 3.2 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 3.1 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CABERFAE SMT DNR376 3.0 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 2.9 SNOW — — —
BIG M - SHANTY BOY 2.6 SNOW — — —
BIG M - SHANTY BOY 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MARZINSKI HORSE TRAIL 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MANISTEE SMT DNR 617 2.5 SNOW — — —
BIG M - SWEDISH FIDDLE-PRT 2.4 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - SWEDISH FIDDLE 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 2.3 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 2.2 SNOW — — —
BIG M - LUMBERJACK 2.2 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - LUMBERJACK 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR638 2.2 SNOW — — —
BIG M - OH ME 2 2.1 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - OH ME 2 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.9 SNOW — — —
BIG M - DOUBLE BIT 1.9 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - DOUBLE BIT 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - SKY PILOT 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - SKY PILOT 1.9 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 1.9 SNOW — — —
BIG M - CAMP 24 1.8 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - CAMP 24 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.8 SNOW — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 1.8 SNOW — — —
WEXFORD SMT DNR667 1.6 SNOW — — —
BIG M - BINDLE STIFF 1.6 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - BINDLE STIFF 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MARZINSKI HORSE TRAIL 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MARZINSKI HORSE TRAIL 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 1.5 SNOW — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 1.4 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 1.4 SNOW — — —
BIG M - GABRIEL'S HORN 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - GABRIEL'S HORN 1.3 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 1.3 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 1.3 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BIG M X COUNTRY SKI CORKPINE 1.2 SNOW — — —
BIG M MOUNTAIN BIKE CORKPINE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
CABERFAE WEST SMT DNR637 1.2 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NCT MARILLA TRAILHEAD SPUR 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 1.1 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR--- 1.0 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WEST SMT DNR637 1.0 SNOW — — —
BIG M - BIG WHEEL 1.0 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - BIG WHEEL 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M BIKE - BARBER CHAIR 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - BARBER CHAIR 0.9 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.9 SNOW — — —
MAN.RV. RED BDG SPUR-NCT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BIG M - THE FIRETOWER 0.8 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - THE FIRETOWER-PRT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - RYBERG ROAD 0.8 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - RYBERG ROAD 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 0.8 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.7 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.7 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.7 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.7 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 8 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 8 0.7 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.6 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.6 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.6 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 4 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 4 0.6 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 7 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 7 0.6 SNOW — — —
BIG M - CHEAT STICK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - CHEAT STICK 0.5 SNOW — — —
MAN. RV- SUSPENSION BRDG SPUR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.5 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.4 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.4 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 0.4 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.4 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT BRISTOL DNR37 0.3 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.3 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.3 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.3 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.3 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.3 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.3 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 9 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 5 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 5 0.3 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.2 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.2 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.2 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.2 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.2 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 6 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 6 0.2 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.2 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - CAPPERS PEAK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - CAPPERS PEAK 0.2 SNOW — — —
MAN.RV. RED BDG SPUR-NCT 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.2 SNOW — — —
BIG M - SIDE TRAIL 0.1 SNOW — — —
BIG M - SIDE TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR 614 CUTOFF 0.1 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 9 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 3 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 3 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 9 0.1 SNOW — — —
BIG M - CUT ACROSS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - CUT ACROSS 0.1 SNOW — — —
BIG M - CROSS OVER 0.1 SNOW — — —
BIG M - CROSS OVER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NCT UPPER MANISTEE R. TH SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.1 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 9 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 2 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 2 0.1 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE SMT DNR376 0.0 SNOW — — —
MAN.RV. RED BDG SPUR-NCT 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 0.0 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR 617 0.0 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 3 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —

Museums in Honor

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CRYSTAL LAKE ART CENTERART MUSEUMP O BOX 1513 132 COAST GUARD ROAD2313524151$477,557
POINT BETSIES LIGHTHOUSEGENERAL MUSEUM3701 POINT BETSIE ROAD2313527666$401,479
MICHIGAN LEGACY ART PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION$126,349
BENZIE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2318825539$68,497
EMPIRE AREA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2313265568$14,571
ALMIRA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION19440 MAPLE STREET
ARCADIA AREA HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3340 LAKE ST2318894360
HALE AUTO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM395 PARKVIEW LANE2313527720
NORTHWEST MICHIGAN MARITIME MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
SLEEPING BEAR DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHOREHISTORIC PRESERVATION2313265134

Libraries in Honor

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BENZIE SHORES DISTRICT LIBRARY630 MAIN STREET0.064,272
INTERLOCHEN PUBLIC LIBRARY9700 RILEY ROAD0.060,890
DARCY LIBRARY OF BEULAH7238 COMMERCIAL STREET0.024,471
GLEN LAKE COMMUNITY LIBRARY10115 WEST FRONT STREET0.015,736
BENZONIA PUBLIC LIBRARY891 MICHIGAN AVENUE0.013,625
BETSIE VALLEY DISTRICT LIBRARY14731 THOMPSON AVENUE0.05,785

Farmers Markets in Honor

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Elberta Farmers MarketM-2205/19/2016 to 10/13/2016Thu: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM;YesVisit
Empire Farmers Market10234 Front Street06/16/2018 to 09/08/2018Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Farmers Market on the Mountain12500 Crystal Mountain DriveVisit
Frankfort "Friendly" Farmers Market832 Main StreetJanuary to DecemberSat:9:00 am - 1:00 pm;Yes
Glen Arbor Farmers Market6394 Western Ave.06/12/2018 to 09/11/2018Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Grow Benzie Farmers Market5885 Frankfort Hwy.06/06/2016 to 10/03/2016Mon: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Honor Farmers Market10579 Main Street06/01/2014 to 09/30/2014Tue: 9:00 AM-3:30 PM;Thu: 9:00 AM-3:30 PM;

Restaurants in Honor

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jodi's Tangled Antler
The Hammered Heifer

Cinemas in Honor

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cherry Bowl Drive-In Theater

Gas Stations in Honor

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell
Shell

Banks in Honor

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Honor Bank

Golf Courses in Honor

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Champion Hill Golf Course

Breweries in Honor

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Stormcloud Brewing CompanyBrewers, Brewery, Restaurant, and Pub303 Main St2313520118Visit

Pharmacies in Honor

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
THE PRESCRIPTION SHOP OF HONOR, INC 10587 MAIN ST 231-325-2735

EV Charging Stations in Honor

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore - Platte River Campground5685 Lake Michigan RdNon-Networked1J1772private

Cell Towers in Honor

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
11217 S BENZONIA TR. (94572)GTOWER123
11217 S BENZONIA TR. (94572)GTOWER123
9308 (OR 9310) TAYLOR RD. (94595)GTOWER87
9308 (OR 9310) TAYLOR RD. (94595)GTOWER87
3434 E Traverse Hwy (107741)MTOWER47
3434 E Traverse Hwy (107741)MTOWER47
1419 Graves Rd (94575)LTOWER29
1419 Graves Rd (94575)LTOWER29

Fire Stations in Honor

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Homestead Township Fire Department11508 Honor HWYVolunteer231-325-6772

Bridges in Honor

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19264010,386F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1927358,123F
CulvertSteel1950341,050F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197332380P
SlabWood or Timber19874498F
SlabWood or Timber20182450G

Airports Near Honor

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cherry Capital AirportTVCMedium Airport
Acme Skyport—Small Airport
Charlevoix Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Dune Bird Airport—Small Airport
Eagles Landing Airport—Small Airport
Evad Enterprises LLC Airport—Small Airport
Forrest River Airport—Small Airport
Frankfort Dow Memorial Field—Small Airport
Green Lake Airport—Small Airport
Lake Ann Airway Estates Airport—Small Airport
Manistee County Blacker AirportMBLSmall Airport
Mason County AirportLDMSmall Airport
Miller-Herrold Airport—Small Airport
South Fox Island Airport—Small Airport
Tannehill Airfield—Small Airport
Thompsonville Airport—Small Airport
Torchport Airport—Small Airport
Wexford County AirportCADSmall Airport
William B Bolton Airport—Small Airport
Woolsey Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Yuba Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Honor

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Benzie County Sheriff's Office
Beulah Police Department

Grocery Stores in Honor

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 31544Other2463 N Marshall Rd
Family Dollar 4454Other10609 Main St
HONOR FAMILY MARKETOther10625 Main St
True North Energy 261Convenience Store10791 Main St

DOL Wage Violations in Honor

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,312 in back wages owed to 4 employees.

1
Violations
$1,312
Back Wages Owed
4
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Sweet Bar and Grill — — 49640 — 1 $1,312 $328 4

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Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Honor

What is the population of Honor?

Honor has a population of 145 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 269 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Honor expensive to live in?

Honor has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $45,250, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,200 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Honor safe?

Honor is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 305 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,840 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Honor receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Honor?

Honor has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.3 inches, with 93.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Honor?

The job market in Honor is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $877. There are 483 business establishments in the area, including 67 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 12.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Honor?

The median home value in Honor is $180,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $381,817. For renters, the median monthly rent is $950. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 89.6%. The average annual property tax is $8,350.

How are the schools in Honor?

Schools in Honor score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.5% of adults in Honor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Honor?

The obesity rate in Honor is 34.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 20.2% are physically inactive. 28.0% of residents report depression. 6.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 62.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,657.

What is transportation like in Honor?

The average commute in Honor is 26 minutes. 84.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Honor?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Honor is 93.8% White, 2.8% Hispanic or Latino. 98.6% of residents speak only English at home. 6.1% of the population are military veterans. 18.8% of residents have a disability. 87.2% have health insurance coverage.

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