Ironwood, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Iron County County
Ironwood, MI
At a Glance
How Ironwood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ironwood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ironwood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ironwood residents earn a median household income of $37,191 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,293. The unemployment rate stands at 12.7% (253% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 228 business establishments, including 41 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ironwood is $74,900 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $112,203. Median rent is $555/month, with 28.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Ironwood reports 203 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 527/100K.
Education
19.5% of adults in Ironwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 93.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ironwood has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches.