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Hubbardston, MI

Michigan

Hubbardston is a small town in Michigan with a population of 418. Residents earn $61,667 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
418 Population 288/sq mi density
$61,667 Median Income $29,272 per capita
$121,400 Home Value $187,921 Zillow
$771 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$61,667 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,400 home value, $771/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,667
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,400
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $771
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population418
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density288/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans13.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,667
Per Capita$29,272
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$1,982M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,400
Rent$771
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,921
Housing Units132
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking19.8%
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation720 ft (219 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute26 min
Broadband79.1%
Libraries6

Is Hubbardston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hubbardston receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Hubbardston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hubbardston is $61,667, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.3% 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 Hubbardston is $121,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $771 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Hubbardston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°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 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hubbardston has a population of 418 with a density of 288 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

418
Total Population
288
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hubbardston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hubbardston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hubbardston is $61,667, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Hubbardston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,667
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,272
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$60,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)794
County GDP$1,982M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare106
Retail124
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone60.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hubbardston is $121,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $771 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,921.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$187,921

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$39
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio66.2%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$771
34% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.7%
Housing Units132
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In Hubbardston, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 30.4% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.5%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death8,638/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities106
Hubbardston has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation720 ft (219 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density288/sq mi
Coordinates43.0945°N, 84.8428°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.3-point margin. 79.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 31.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density288/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.1%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants73
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone60.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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