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Jasper, MI

Michigan

Jasper is a small town in Michigan with a population of 358. Residents earn $54,643 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
358 Population 89/sq mi density
$54,643 Median Income $29,418 per capita
$124,100 Home Value $257,549 Zillow
$1,333 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$54,643 median income, 12.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,100 home value, $1,333/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,643
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,100
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,333
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.0%
233% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population358
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,643
Per Capita$29,418
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$4,239M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,100
Rent$1,333
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$257,549
Housing Units131
Rent Burden21.7%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking16.9%
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain30.0 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation722 ft (220 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+90.4%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute28 min
Broadband90.3%
Libraries13

Is Jasper a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jasper receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Jasper offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jasper is $54,643, 27% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jasper is $124,100, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,333 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Jasper experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Jasper has a population of 358 with a density of 89 people per square mile. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%).

Population

358
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.2%
Female 62.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jasper vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jasper vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jasper is $54,643, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Jasper vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,643
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,418
Avg Weekly Wage$1,026
IRS Avg AGI$63,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,938
County GDP$4,239M

Business (County)

Restaurants182
Healthcare228
Retail276
Manufacturing119

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,819
38% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Jasper is $124,100, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,333 (15% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $257,549.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,100
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$257,549

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,333
15% above US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.6%
Housing Units131
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,819
38% above US avg
Effective Rate3.88%
In Jasper, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 28.6% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,498
Dentists1:2,053
Mental Health1:367
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits68.6%
Premature Death8,420/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities228
Jasper has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.0 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.0 inches
21% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation722 ft (220 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates41.7859°N, 84.0403°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 37.8%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+90.4%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.3%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities228
Restaurants182
Retail Stores276

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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