Lowell, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Ionia County County
Lowell, MI
At a Glance
How Lowell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lowell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lowell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lowell residents earn a median household income of $71,406 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,848. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,090 business establishments, including 85 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lowell is $231,100 , 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $409,387. Median rent is $788/month, with 29.7% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Lowell reports 196 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 685/100K.
Education
27.2% of adults in Lowell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below the national average). 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lowell has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches.