Hubbell, MI

Michigan

Hubbell is a small town in Michigan with a population of 970. Residents earn $49,545 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
970 Population 519/sq mi density
$49,545 Median Income $30,991 per capita
$77,100 Home Value $127,746 Zillow
$784 Median Rent 24.7% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$49,545 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,100 home value, $784/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,545
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,100
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $784
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population970
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density519/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans12.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$49,545
Per Capita$30,991
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$77M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,100
Rent$784
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,746
Rent Burden24.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation744 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute18 min
Broadband92.1%

Is Hubbell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hubbell receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hubbell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hubbell is $49,545, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hubbell is $77,100, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $784 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Hubbell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hubbell has a population of 970 with a density of 519 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

970
Total Population
519
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hubbell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hubbell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hubbell is $49,545, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Hubbell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,545
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,991
Avg Weekly Wage$684
IRS Avg AGI$67,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)85
County GDP$77M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Retail9
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hubbell is $77,100, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $784 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,746.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,100
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,746

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$784
33% below US avg
Rent Burden24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Rate8.56%
In Hubbell, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma12.0%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death6,845/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access76.7%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Hubbell has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation744 ft (227 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density519/sq mi
Coordinates47.1768°N, 88.4323°W
County FIPS26083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.8-point margin. 92.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 12.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density519/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.1%
Restaurants19
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

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