L'Anse, MI

Michigan

L'Anse is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,916. Residents earn $55,042 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,916 Population 734/sq mi density
$55,042 Median Income $34,168 per capita
$100,100 Home Value
$585 Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$55,042 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,100 home value, $585/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,042
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,100
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $585
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

How L'Anse Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,916
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density734/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,042
Per Capita$34,168
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$374M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,100
Rent$585
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation710 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute19 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is L'Anse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, L'Anse receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. L'Anse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in L'Anse is $55,042, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in L'Anse is $100,100, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $585 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

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

L'Anse has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 207.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

L'Anse has a population of 1,916 with a density of 734 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 13.9% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

1,916
Total Population
734
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

L'Anse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

L'Anse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in L'Anse is $55,042, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: L'Anse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,042
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,168
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$55,390

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)211
County GDP$374M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare18
Retail28
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,520
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in L'Anse is $100,100, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $585 (50% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,100
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$585
50% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,520
1% above US avg
Effective Rate3.52%
In L'Anse, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.2% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: L'Anse vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma12.3%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death10,296/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access17.9%
Healthcare Facilities18

Crime Rates: L'Anse vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

L'Anse has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall207.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation710 ft (216 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density734/sq mi
Coordinates46.7529°N, 88.4481°W
County FIPS26013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.4%

Winner: Republican by 29.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density734/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants21
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Work from Home4.0%

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