Michigan
Ironwood is a small city in Michigan with a population of 5,004. Residents earn $37,191 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, Ironwood receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ironwood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Ironwood is $37,191, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Ironwood is $74,900, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $555 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Ironwood is below the national average at 156 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,811 per 100,000, near the national average.
19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Ironwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,191 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,293 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $779 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,358 |
| Unemployment | 6.5% |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.8% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 228 |
| County GDP | $235M |
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,800 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.41% |
| Commute Time | 18.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.6% |
| Work from Home | 6.9% |
| Census Median | $74,900 |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $99,048 |
| Census Median Rent | $555 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 28.6% |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,800 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.41% |
| Obesity | 39.4% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.7% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 10.1% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.9% |
| Depression | 30.5% |
| Mental Distress | 21.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,870/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Total Violent | 155.8/100K |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Murder | 19.5/100K |
| 209% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 136.4/100K |
| Total Property | 1,811.5/100K |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 77.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,636.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 97.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 40.2°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,566 ft (477 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 760/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4522°N, 90.1504°W |
| County FIPS | 55051 |
Winner: Republican by 26.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.5% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 760/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 82.3% |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Retail Stores | 24 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 18.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.6% |
| Work from Home | 6.9% |