Keego Harbor, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Keego Harbor is a small town in Michigan with a population of 2,747. Residents earn $70,185 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,747 Population 5,494/sq mi density
$70,185 Median Income $41,854 per capita
$246,300 Home Value $221,351 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
396 Violent Crime/100K 1,187 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$70,185 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$246,300 home value, $1,125/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
396 violent crimes/100K (4% above avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,185
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $246,300
13% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 396/100K
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.2%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,747
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density5,494/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,185
Per Capita$41,854
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$143,144M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$246,300
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,351

Crime

F
Violent396/100K
Property1,187/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault330/100K
Burglary231/100K

Health

Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation930 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.2%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute34 min
Libraries40

Is Keego Harbor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keego Harbor receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Keego Harbor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keego Harbor is $70,185, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Keego Harbor is $246,300, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 396 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,187 per 100,000, 39% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Keego Harbor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 36.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Keego Harbor has a population of 2,747 with a density of 5,494 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 6.9% Black.

Population

2,747
Total Population
5,494
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Keego Harbor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.4%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.6%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Keego Harbor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keego Harbor is $70,185, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Keego Harbor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,185
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,854
Avg Weekly Wage$1,498
IRS Avg AGI$117,718

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)43,047
County GDP$143,144M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,099
Healthcare5,524
Retail4,518
Manufacturing1,635

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Keego Harbor is $246,300, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,351.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$246,300
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,351

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% 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-Occupied65.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,369
139% above US avg
Effective Rate3.40%
In Keego Harbor, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Keego Harbor vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death6,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access96.4%
Healthcare Facilities5,524
Keego Harbor has a violent crime rate of 396 per 100,000 residents, 4% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,187 per 100,000 (39% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent395.5/100K
4% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery65.9/100K
Assault329.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,186.6/100K
39% below US avg
Burglary230.7/100K
Theft955.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Keego Harbor 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 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall36.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation930 ft (283 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density5,494/sq mi
Coordinates42.6083°N, 83.3458°W
County FIPS26125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.8%
D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 10.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.2%
25% above US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.23
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,494/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries40
Healthcare Facilities5,524
Restaurants3,099
Retail Stores4,518

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Work from Home13.9%

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