Median Income
$55,938
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$103,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$805
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.5%
17% higher than US avg
How Kingsford Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,313
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density1,475/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
B+
Median Income$55,938
Per Capita$22,815
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$5,780M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$103,100
Rent$805
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,694
Health
Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation722 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+84.8%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute26 min
Libraries12
Is Kingsford Heights a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kingsford Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Kingsford Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kingsford Heights is $55,938, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kingsford Heights is $103,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $805 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Kingsford Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 28.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Kingsford Heights has a population of 1,313 with a density of 1,475 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 7.5% Black.
Population
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Kingsford Heights vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.1% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.9% |
| 63% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Kingsford Heights vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Kingsford Heights is $55,938, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Kingsford Heights vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,938 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,815 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,019 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,719 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,494 |
| County GDP | $5,780M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 257 |
| Healthcare | 246 |
| Retail | 380 |
| Manufacturing | 157 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,493 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.36% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
The median home value in Kingsford Heights is $103,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $805 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,694.
Home Values
| Census Median | $103,100 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $159,694 |
| Median List Price | $243,945 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $243,945 |
| $/Sq Ft | $141 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.2% |
| Price Drops | 8.3% |
| Inventory | 12 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $805 |
| 31% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,493 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.36% |
In Kingsford Heights, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kingsford Heights vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.0% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.4% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,091/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 246 |
Crime Rates: Kingsford Heights vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
Safety Score
Kingsford Heights has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.2 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 28.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 722 ft (220 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,475/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4784°N, 86.6930°W |
| County FIPS | 18091 |