Lake Linden, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Keweenaw County County
Lake Linden, MI
At a Glance
How Lake Linden Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Linden's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Linden a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Linden residents earn a median household income of $42,961 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,770. The unemployment rate stands at 11.3% (214% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 85 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake Linden is $93,200 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $210,029. Median rent is $498/month, with 23.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Lake Linden reports 321 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 16% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 749/100K.
Education
23.6% of adults in Lake Linden hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below the national average). 94.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Linden has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches.