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Lennon, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Lennon is a small town in Michigan with a population of 397. Residents earn $76,563 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
397 Population 436/sq mi density
$76,563 Median Income $33,922 per capita
$145,800 Home Value $193,659 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$76,563 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,800 home value, $775/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,563
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $145,800
48% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population397
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density436/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans13.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,563
Per Capita$33,922
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$10,122M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,800
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,659
Housing Units156
Rent Burden36.3%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property407/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking15.8%
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation784 ft (239 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+90.4%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute28 min
Broadband92.9%
Libraries6

Is Lennon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lennon receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Lennon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lennon is $76,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lennon is $145,800, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Lennon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 407 per 100,000, 79% below the national average.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Lennon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lennon has a population of 397 with a density of 436 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

397
Total Population
436
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lennon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lennon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lennon is $76,563, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lennon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,563
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,922
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$97,834

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,784
County GDP$10,122M

Business (County)

Restaurants314
Healthcare442
Retail550
Manufacturing247

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,924
69% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lennon is $145,800, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,659.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,800
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,659

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.6%
Housing Units156
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,924
69% above US avg
Effective Rate4.06%
In Lennon, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 29.1% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lennon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death5,584/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access87.1%
Healthcare Facilities442
Lennon has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 407 per 100,000 (79% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Lennon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property407.3/100K
79% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft407.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Lennon has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.5 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation784 ft (239 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density436/sq mi
Coordinates42.9854°N, 83.9325°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24-point margin. 92.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 24 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+90.4%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density436/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities442
Restaurants314
Retail Stores550

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home0.6%

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