Ishpeming, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Marquette County County
Ishpeming, MI
At a Glance
How Ishpeming Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ishpeming's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ishpeming a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ishpeming residents earn a median household income of $52,717 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,740. The unemployment rate stands at 8.3% (131% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,762 business establishments, including 184 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ishpeming is $109,200 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $201,500. Median rent is $688/month, with 31.4% 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 1941.
Safety & Crime
Ishpeming reports 194 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 936/100K.
Education
26.3% of adults in Ishpeming hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below the national average). 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ishpeming has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.