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Lake Ann, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Lake Ann is a small town in Michigan with a population of 235. Residents earn $87,500 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
235 Population 522/sq mi density
$87,500 Median Income $49,832 per capita
$329,400 Home Value $386,757 Zillow
$1,219 Median Rent 29.4% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$87,500 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$329,400 home value, $1,219/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,500
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $329,400
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.1%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,219
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population235
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density522/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$87,500
Per Capita$49,832
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$7,470M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$329,400
Rent$1,219
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$386,757
Housing Units200
Rent Burden29.4%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking12.8%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation816 ft (249 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.1%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+10.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute22 min
Broadband92.2%
Libraries6

Is Lake Ann a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Ann receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lake Ann stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Ann is $87,500, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Ann is $329,400, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,219 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Ann experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches, including 143.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lake Ann has a population of 235 with a density of 522 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 6.4% Black.

Population

235
Total Population
522
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Ann vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Ann vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Ann is $87,500, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lake Ann vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,500
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,832
Avg Weekly Wage$1,140
IRS Avg AGI$91,357

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,762
County GDP$7,470M

Business (County)

Restaurants290
Healthcare395
Retail551
Manufacturing180

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,269
136% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Ann is $329,400, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,219 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $386,757.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$329,400
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$386,757

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,219
5% above US avg
Rent Burden29.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.4%
Housing Units200
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,269
136% above US avg
Effective Rate2.51%
In Lake Ann, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake Ann vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep30.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.8%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits73.7%
Premature Death6,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities395
Lake Ann has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.7 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall143.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation816 ft (249 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density522/sq mi
Coordinates44.7270°N, 85.8469°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 36.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.7-point margin. 92.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.1%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 1.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.1%
7% above US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+10.2%
School Test Score5.23
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density522/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities395
Restaurants290
Retail Stores551

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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