Michigan · Metropolitan Area
Lapeer is a small city in Michigan with a population of 9,053. Residents earn $53,038 per year, which is 29% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lapeer receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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, high obesity rates. Lapeer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lapeer is $53,038, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Lapeer is $165,300, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $947 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 432 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,785 per 100,000, 93% above the national average.
15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Lapeer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 97.1% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.9% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $53,038 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,344 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $996 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,575 |
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.2% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,724 |
| County GDP | $3,258M |
| Restaurants | 141 |
| Healthcare | 207 |
| Retail | 244 |
| Manufacturing | 124 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,567 |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.76% |
| Commute Time | 26.9 min |
| Work from Home | 6.3% |
| Census Median | $165,300 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $256,795 |
| Median List Price | $280,000 |
| Median List Price | $280,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $187 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.4% |
| Price Drops | 20.7% |
| Inventory | 29 |
| Census Median Rent | $947 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,237 |
| Studio | $1,009 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,122 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,411 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,724 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,868 |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,567 |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.76% |
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.7% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,510/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 207 |
| Total Violent | 431.9/100K |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 215.9/100K |
| Robbery | 45.5/100K |
| Assault | 170.5/100K |
| Total Property | 3,784.5/100K |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 204.6/100K |
| Theft | 3,545.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 34.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 47.4°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 31.9 inches |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 34.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 832 ft (254 m) |
| Area | 7.4 sq mi (19.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,232/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0451°N, 83.3267°W |
| County FIPS | 26087 |
Winner: Republican by 39.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.1% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.38 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,232/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 207 |
| Restaurants | 141 |
| Retail Stores | 244 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 26.9 min |
| Work from Home | 6.3% |