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Kingston, MI

Michigan

Kingston is a small town in Michigan with a population of 398. Residents earn $46,964 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
398 Population 390/sq mi density
$46,964 Median Income $19,270 per capita
$88,800 Home Value $184,173 Zillow
$593 Median Rent 26.4% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$46,964 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,800 home value, $593/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,964
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,800
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $593
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.9%
69% higher than US avg

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

People

Population398
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density390/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,964
Per Capita$19,270
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty20.9%
County GDP$1,769M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,800
Rent$593
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,173
Housing Units187
Rent Burden26.4%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking17.9%
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation808 ft (246 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute29 min
Broadband95.2%
Libraries10

Is Kingston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kingston receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kingston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kingston is $46,964, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kingston is $88,800, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $593 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Kingston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches, including 41.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kingston has a population of 398 with a density of 390 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

398
Total Population
390
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kingston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kingston is $46,964, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Kingston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,964
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,270
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$56,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.9%
69% above US avg
Establishments (County)921
County GDP$1,769M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare108
Retail136
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Kingston is $88,800, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $593 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,173.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,800
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,173

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$593
49% below US avg
Rent Burden26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.7%
Housing Units187
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Rate4.11%
In Kingston, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 30.4% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death9,016/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities108
Kingston has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall41.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation808 ft (246 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density390/sq mi
Coordinates43.4128°N, 83.1863°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 95.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density390/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.2%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants66
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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