Michigan · Metropolitan Area
Interlochen is a small town in Michigan with a population of 538. Residents earn $80,625 per year, which is 7% above the national average.
Based on current data, Interlochen receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Interlochen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Interlochen is $80,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 23.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Interlochen is $148,600, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $778 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Interlochen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 101.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $80,625 |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,355 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,140 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $91,357 |
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.0% |
| 85% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,762 |
| County GDP | $7,470M |
| Restaurants | 290 |
| Healthcare | 395 |
| Retail | 551 |
| Manufacturing | 180 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,269 |
| 136% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.56% |
| Commute Time | 30.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 16.0% |
| Census Median | $148,600 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $354,267 |
| Census Median Rent | $778 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 41.2% |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,269 |
| 136% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.56% |
| Obesity | 36.9% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,589/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 395 |
| Annual Average | 45.1°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 36.2 inches |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 101.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 845 ft (258 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 434/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6490°N, 85.7634°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County FIPS | 26055 |
Winner: Republican by 1.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.3% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 434/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 93.0% |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 395 |
| Restaurants | 290 |
| Retail Stores | 551 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
| Avg Commute | 30.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 16.0% |