Kinde, MI

Michigan

Kinde is a small town in Michigan with a population of 390. Residents earn $62,500 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
390 Population 331/sq mi density
$62,500 Median Income $27,946 per capita
$93,800 Home Value $150,696 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 36.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$62,500 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,800 home value, $725/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,500
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,800
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.9%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population390
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density331/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,500
Per Capita$27,946
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,800
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$150,696
Housing Units183
Rent Burden36.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property688/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking18.6%
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation698 ft (213 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.9%
High School+77.6%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute18 min
Broadband67.3%
Libraries6

Is Kinde a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kinde receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kinde offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kinde is $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kinde is $93,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Kinde is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 688 per 100,000, 65% below the national average.

Education

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Kinde experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kinde has a population of 390 with a density of 331 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

390
Total Population
331
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Kinde vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kinde vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kinde is $62,500, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Kinde vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,500
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,946
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$60,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)999
County GDP$2,158M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare101
Retail130
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,733
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Kinde is $93,800, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $150,696.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,800
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$150,696

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden36.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.1%
Housing Units183
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,733
35% above US avg
Effective Rate5.05%
In Kinde, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 30.5% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression30.5%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death7,757/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities101
Kinde has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 688 per 100,000 (65% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property688.1/100K
65% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft688.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Kinde has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation698 ft (213 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density331/sq mi
Coordinates43.9414°N, 82.9967°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.6-point margin. 67.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.9%
88% below US avg
High School+77.6%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density331/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.3%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants93
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

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