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Hurontown, MI

Michigan

Hurontown is a small town in Michigan with a population of 155. Residents earn $59,318 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
155 Population 861/sq mi density
$59,318 Median Income $31,909 per capita
$1,225 Median Rent 25.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$59,318 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$1,225/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,318
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.4%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,225
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.9%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age57.8 yrs
Density861/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,318
Per Capita$31,909
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.9%
County GDP$77M
Commute14 min

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,225
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units140
Rent Burden25.5%

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured5.3%
Smoking12.3%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation936 ft (285 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute14 min
Broadband84.0%

Is Hurontown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hurontown receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hurontown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hurontown is $59,318, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,225 per month.

Education

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Hurontown 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. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hurontown has a population of 155 with a density of 861 people per square mile. The median age is 57.8 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

155
Total Population
861
People / sq mi
57.8yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hurontown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hurontown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hurontown is $59,318, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Hurontown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,318
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,909
Avg Weekly Wage$684
IRS Avg AGI$67,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.9%
77% above 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
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Drive Alone47.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,225 (5% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,225
5% above US avg
Rent Burden25.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.7%
Housing Units140
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
In Hurontown, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.3% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.3%
12% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.6%
Uninsured5.3%
38% below US avg
Mental Health1:2,172
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits69.0%
Premature Death6,845/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access76.7%
Hurontown has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation936 ft (285 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density861/sq mi
Coordinates47.1091°N, 88.5741°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.8-point margin. 84.0% 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+26.4%
22% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density861/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Restaurants19
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Drive Alone47.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.0%

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