Jonesville, MI

Michigan

Jonesville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 2,257. Residents earn $55,865 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,257 Population 809/sq mi density
$55,865 Median Income $25,796 per capita
$145,500 Home Value $193,635 Zillow
$628 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$55,865 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,500 home value, $628/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,865
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,500
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $628
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,257
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density809/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,865
Per Capita$25,796
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$2,202M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,500
Rent$628
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,635

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.5%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Elevation1,069 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute27 min
Libraries9

Is Jonesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jonesville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Jonesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jonesville is $55,865, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jonesville is $145,500, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $628 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Jonesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Jonesville has a population of 2,257 with a density of 809 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

2,257
Total Population
809
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jonesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jonesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jonesville is $55,865, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Jonesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,865
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,796
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$58,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$2,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare81
Retail123
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jonesville is $145,500, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $628 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,635.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,500
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,635
Median List Price$262,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$262,450
$/Sq Ft$138
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops36.4%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$628
46% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Rate2.79%
In Jonesville, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.5% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression31.5%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death8,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities81

Crime Rates: Jonesville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Jonesville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,069 ft (326 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density809/sq mi
Coordinates41.9794°N, 84.6658°W
County FIPS26059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density809/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants71
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home9.0%

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