Houghton, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Keweenaw County County
Houghton, MI
At a Glance
How Houghton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Houghton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Houghton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Houghton residents earn a median household income of $35,417 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,698. The unemployment rate stands at 10.8% (200% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 85 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Houghton is $233,700 , 17% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $278,715. Median rent is $861/month, with 37.5% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Houghton reports 35 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 91% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 771/100K.
Education
65.7% of adults in Houghton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% above the national average). 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Houghton has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches.