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Le Roy, MI

Michigan

Le Roy is a small town in Michigan with a population of 213. Residents earn $82,708 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
213 Population 217/sq mi density
$82,708 Median Income $33,447 per capita
$153,600 Home Value $195,895 Zillow
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$82,708 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,600 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,708
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $153,600
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density217/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans11.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,708
Per Capita$33,447
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,895
Housing Units72
Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking17.9%
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,256 ft (383 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+91.2%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute29 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries4

Is Le Roy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Le Roy receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Le Roy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Le Roy is $82,708, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Le Roy is $153,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Le Roy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Le Roy has a population of 213 with a density of 217 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

213
Total Population
217
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Le Roy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.4%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.6%
6% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Le Roy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Le Roy is $82,708, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Le Roy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,708
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,447
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$55,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)895
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare112
Retail176
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone65.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Le Roy is $153,600, 46% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,895.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,600
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,895

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.5%
Housing Units72
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Effective Rate3.04%
In Le Roy, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 30.7% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Le Roy vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression30.7%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.4%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits65.0%
Premature Death10,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities112
Le Roy has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,256 ft (383 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density217/sq mi
Coordinates44.0381°N, 85.4538°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.6-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+91.2%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density217/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants90
Retail Stores176

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone65.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Nearby Cities

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