Ludington, MI

Michigan · Mason County

Ludington is a small city in Michigan with a population of 7,664. Residents earn $44,471 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

7,664 Population 2,281/sq mi density

$44,471 Median Income $30,566 per capita

$192,800 Home Value $288,787 Zillow

$824 Median Rent 29.4% income on rent

46°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr

393 Violent Crime/100K 1,670 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.3 / 5.0

$44,471 median income, 2.0% unemployment

Affordability

4.2 / 5.0

$192,800 home value, $824/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

393 violent crimes/100K (3% above avg)

Education

3.2 / 5.0

27.1% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Ludington, MI

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

Median Income $44,471

41% lower than US avg

Home Value $192,800

32% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 393/100K

3% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.1%

20% lower than US avg

Median Rent $824

29% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.5%

32% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.0%

44% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.7%

43% higher than US avg

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

People

Population7,664

Median Age43.8 yrs

Density2,281/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans8.0%

Economy

Median Income$44,471

Per Capita$30,566

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty17.7%

County GDP$1,347M

Commute15 min

Housing

Home Value$192,800

Rent$824

Ownership58.9%

Zillow$288,787

Housing Units4,404

Rent Burden29.4%

Crime

Violent393/100K

Property1,670/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault184/100K

Burglary258/100K

Health

Obesity42.5%

Uninsured8.3%

Smoking18.4%

Depression29.8%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Sunny Days261/yr

Elevation618 ft (188 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.1%

High School+93.7%

Graduate+10.0%

School Score5.36

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%

Commute15 min

Broadband80.8%

EV Stations9

Libraries2

Is Ludington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ludington receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ludington has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ludington is $44,471, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 17.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ludington is $192,800, 32% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $824 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 393 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,670 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ludington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ludington has a population of 7,664 with a density of 2,281 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 2.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.8% of residents. 8.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,664

Total Population

2,281

People / sq mi

43.8yrs

Median Age

13% above US avg

3.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%

Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ludington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.8%

26% above US avg

Spanish 1.2%

91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ludington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ludington is $44,471, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,566 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $933, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 717 business establishments, including 97 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ludington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$44,471
	41% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,566
Avg Weekly Wage	$933
IRS Avg AGI	$61,523
Gini Index	0.442 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.0%
	44% below US avg
Poverty Rate	17.7%
	43% above US avg
Establishments (County)	717
County GDP	$1,347M

Business (County)

Restaurants	97
Healthcare	84
Retail	115
Manufacturing	34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,663
	62% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	14.9 min
Drive Alone	68.0%
Public Transit	1.6%
Work from Home	9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ludington is $192,800, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,787, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 93.3% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $824 (29% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 58.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,404 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1957. The average annual property tax is $5,663 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$192,800
	32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$288,787
Median List Price	$234,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$234,450
$/Sq Ft	$191
Homes Sold	4
Sale-to-List Ratio	93.3%
Price Drops	12.5%
Inventory	24

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$824
	29% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	58.9%
Owner-Occupied	58.9%
Renter-Occupied	41.1%
Housing Units	4,404
Median Year Built	1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,663
	62% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.94%

In Ludington, 42.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 33.9% have high blood pressure. 18.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.4% report binge drinking. 25.7% are physically inactive. 29.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.7% experience frequent mental distress. 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,278. The dentist ratio is 1:1,634. 86.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.5%
	32% above US avg
Diabetes	11.1%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	33.9%
Asthma	12.2%
COPD	8.9%
Cancer	7.8%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.4%
	31% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.4%
Physical Inactivity	25.7%
Depression	29.8%
Mental Distress	20.7%
Physical Distress	15.2%
Short Sleep	35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.1%
Uninsured	8.3%
	3% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,278
Dentists	1:1,634
Mental Health	1:278
Checkup Rate	77.7%
Dental Visits	62.9%
Premature Death	8,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.1/10
Exercise Access	86.3%
Healthcare Facilities	84

Ludington has a violent crime rate of 393 per 100,000 residents, 3% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 184.2 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 208.7. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,670 per 100,000, 15% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,375, burglary at 258, vehicle theft at 37 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ludington receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	392.9/100K
	3% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	208.7/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	184.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,669.9/100K
	15% below US avg
Burglary	257.9/100K
Theft	1,375.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	36.8/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Traffic Accidents	23
Avg Accident Severity	3.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

View full crime details →

Ludington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 618 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	46.0°F
	15% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	618 ft (188 m)
Area	3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density	2,281/sq mi
Coordinates	43.9572°N, 86.4429°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Mason County County
Nearest Airport	Gerald R Ford International (GRR) 88 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Sep) 4.09"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0436 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	25.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	79.7 / 100
Community Resilience	96.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 2, 2024.

Aug 2, 2024	38 km ESE of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin	M2.9	89 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

65 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 3 fatalities, 70 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956	EF4	49 km	1
Apr 23, 1968	EF3	82 km	0
May 28, 1991	EF2	31 km	0
Jun 8, 1985	EF2	73 km	0
Aug 15, 1978	EF2	46 km	0
Jun 17, 1975	EF2	80 km	1
Jun 9, 1974	EF2	82 km	0
Jun 7, 1974	EF2	83 km	0
Apr 12, 1972	EF2	22 km	0
Apr 20, 1966	EF2	96 km	0
Sep 4, 1965	EF2	93 km	0
Jul 31, 1963	EF2	92 km	0
Sep 26, 1951	EF2	50 km	1
Aug 28, 2018	EF1	50 km	0
Jun 12, 2008	EF1	17 km	0
Jun 8, 2008	EF1	82 km	0
Jul 25, 2005	EF1	48 km	0
Aug 1, 2002	EF1	81 km	0
Oct 6, 1998	EF1	82 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF1	82 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

10 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GRANT RX (2,204 ac, 2017).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2017	GRANT RX	2,204	17 km
2021	21-SLBE LASSO LOOP BURN	1,906	91 km
2018	SER 438 / WHITE RIVER	814	56 km
2003	WARFIELD ROAD	800	57 km
2019	UNNAMED	793	56 km
1994	COUNTY LINE	735	48 km
2019	BALDWIN FUELS UNITS 1/2/6AB	619	44 km
2019	19-SLBE PETERSON	605	90 km
2021	WARFIELD	538	57 km
2024	WHELAN LAKE BLOCK 1 PARTIAL 1 RX	512	24 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	2.1 in	Coldest
February	24°F (-5°C)	1.5 in	Driest
March	31°F (-0°C)	2.1 in
April	42°F (6°C)	2.9 in
May	53°F (12°C)	2.6 in
June	63°F (17°C)	3.1 in
July	68°F (20°C)	2.3 in	Warmest
August	68°F (20°C)	3.9 in
September	61°F (16°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
October	50°F (10°C)	3.3 in
November	39°F (4°C)	3.1 in
December	29°F (-2°C)	2.6 in

Ludington has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 23°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.5").

View full weather details →

Ludington is located in Mason County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 27.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 20% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60% of the vote, a 21.4-point margin. 80.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 9 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 84 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 68% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%

D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Traffic Accidents	23
Avg Accident Severity	3.7 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.1%
	20% below US avg
High School+	93.7%
Graduate Degree+	10.0%
School Test Score	5.36

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	2,281/sq mi
Total Area	3.7 sq mi
County	Mason County County

Services

Broadband Access	80.8%
Avg Download Speed	113.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	35.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	9
Alt Fuel Stations	10
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	84
Restaurants	97
Retail Stores	115

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	14.9 min
Drive Alone	68.0%
Public Transit	1.6%
Work from Home	9.8%

Average costs for common services in Ludington. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit	$192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement	$192 ($96–$337)

View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair	$962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement	$8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)

View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense	$4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation	$481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation	$2,405 ($962–$4,810)

View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

View all 20 services

Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)

View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$192 ($96–$385)

View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$630
Toddler	$630
Preschool	$606
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$674
Toddler	$674
Preschool	$617

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Mason County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	1,973	34	$60,424	2.36
Retail Trade	1,491	100	$33,807	1.47
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,163	54	$48,562	0.80
Accommodation & Food Services	1,014	88	$23,116	1.09
Construction	545	93	$58,247	1.02
Transportation & Warehousing	287	22	$56,521	0.67
Administrative & Waste Services	282	33	$49,040	0.47
Finance & Insurance	240	35	$68,037	0.58
Other Services	236	58	$36,554	0.77
Information & Technology	169	12	$43,077	0.89
Arts & Entertainment	130	18	$24,770	0.76
Wholesale Trade	114	18	$50,678	0.28
Utilities	109	4	$153,739	2.81
Real Estate	109	24	$29,930	0.69
Educational Services	21	5	$23,790	0.10
Unclassified	18	4	$20,773	1.27

Hospitals in Ludington

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
COREWELL HEALTH LUDINGTON HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	4/5	Yes	(231) 843-2591

Schools in Ludington

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Ludington Elementary School	Elementary	900	54	16.7:1
Ludington High School	High	695	33	21.1:1
OJ DeJonge Middle School	Middle	477	28	17.0:1
Academy of Science Math and Technology Early College High Sc	High	53	1	53.0:1

View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Ludington

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Ludington

3 campgrounds found near Ludington.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
LAKE MICHIGAN AT MANISTEE	4.5/5	53	$40
Pines Point Campground (MI)	4.5/5	5	$30–$100
Marzinski Horse Campground	4.2/5	19	Free

National Parks Near Ludington

20 national parks and monuments found near Ludington.

Park	Type	Fee
Bakale Wildlife Unit	State Park	Free
Charters Traverse City State Park	State Park	Free
Duck Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Grand Haven State Park	State Park	Free
Hidden Cove Park	State Park	Free
Hoffmaster State Park (P.J. Hoffmaster)	State Park	Free
Interlochen State Park	State Park	Free
Ludington State Park	State Park	Free
Mears State Park	State Park	Free
Meyer & Keystone Soccer	State Park	Free
Mitchell State Park	State Park	Free
Muskegon State Park	State Park	Free
Newaygo State Park (leased from Consumer's Energy)	State Park	Free
Orchard Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Potawatomi State Park	State Park	Free
Potawatomi State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore	National Lakeshore	$25
White Pine Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Whitefish Dunes State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Ludington

236+ trails found near Ludington.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	25.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	12.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MARZINSKI HORSE TRAIL	10.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR35	9.0	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	8.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCT - LITTLE O SPUR	6.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	5.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	5.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	4.9	SNOW	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WARD HILL SMT TIMBER CK DNR325	4.6	SNOW	—	—	—
UDELL AREA SMT DNR606	4.6	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	4.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320	4.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIG M - CATAMOUNT	3.7	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M BIKE - CATAMOUNT	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIG M - ROAD MONKEY	3.6	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M - ROAD MONKEY	3.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIG M - BULLWACKER	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIG M - BULLWACKER	3.5	SNOW	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	3.5	SNOW	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	3.3	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	3.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	3.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	2.9	SNOW	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CRYSTAL VALLEY SKI TRAIL LOOP3	2.6	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M - SHANTY BOY	2.6	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M - SHANTY BOY	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MARZINSKI HORSE TRAIL	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CRYSTAL VALLEY SKI TRAIL LOOP2	2.5	SNOW	—	—	—
LAKE MICHIGAN R.A. BIKE TRAIL	2.5	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR 617	2.5	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M - SWEDISH FIDDLE-PRT	2.4	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M BIKE - SWEDISH FIDDLE	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCT - BIG O SPUR	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	2.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	2.2	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M - LUMBERJACK	2.2	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M BIKE - LUMBERJACK	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIG M - OH ME 2	2.1	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M BIKE - OH ME 2	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
NORDHOUSE DUNES M9-7	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320	2.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M - DOUBLE BIT	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M BIKE - DOUBLE BIT	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIG M - SKY PILOT	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIG M - SKY PILOT	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M - CAMP 24	1.8	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M BIKE - CAMP 24	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	1.8	SNOW	—	—	—
CRYSTAL VALLEY SKI TRAIL LOOP4	1.8	SNOW	—	—	—
BOWMAN LAKE	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORDHOUSE DUNES M9-4	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.7	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	1.6	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M - BINDLE STIFF	1.6	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M BIKE - BINDLE STIFF	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MCCCT- BWC	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320	1.6	SNOW	—	—	—
MARZINSKI HORSE TRAIL	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NORDHOUSE WILDERNESS TO LMRA	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORDHOUSE DUNES BEACH M9-1	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MARZINSKI HORSE TRAIL	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	1.5	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR191	1.4	SNOW	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	1.4	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR191	1.4	SNOW	—	—	—
CRYSTAL VALLEY SKI TRAIL LOOP1	1.4	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M - GABRIEL'S HORN	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIG M - GABRIEL'S HORN	1.3	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR602	1.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	1.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	1.3	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR602	1.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG M X COUNTRY SKI CORKPINE	1.2	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M MOUNTAIN BIKE CORKPINE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	1.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NCT BEARTRACK CAMPGROUND SPUR	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIG M - BIG WHEEL	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M BIKE - BIG WHEEL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MCCCT- BWC	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M BIKE - BARBER CHAIR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIG M - BARBER CHAIR	0.9	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	0.9	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR602	0.9	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR191	0.8	SNOW	—	—	—
NORDHOUSE DUNES M9-6	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BIG M - THE FIRETOWER	0.8	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M BIKE - THE FIRETOWER-PRT	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIG M - RYBERG ROAD	0.8	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M BIKE - RYBERG ROAD	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	0.8	SNOW	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO SMT SPUR1 DNR3	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORDHOUSE DUNES TO LK MI M9-2	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LMRA CG TRAIL M1-1	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
ARROWHEAD TRAIL SHORELINE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ARROWHEAD TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIG M - CHEAT STICK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIG M - CHEAT STICK	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
NORDHOUSE DUNES M9-9	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR602	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
NCT BOWMAN CAMPGROUND SPUR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ARROWHEAD TRAIL CONNECTOR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
LMRA CG TRAIL M1-2	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NORDHOUSE DUNES M9-13	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M BIKE - CAPPERS PEAK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIG M - CAPPERS PEAK	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR602	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M - SIDE TRAIL	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M - SIDE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
LMRA CG TRAIL M1-3	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LMRA CG TRAIL M1-5	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR 614 CUTOFF	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
LMRA CG TRAIL M1-10	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NCT BOWMAN LAKE SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NCT TIMBER CK CAMPGROUND SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LMRA CG TRAIL M1-11	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIG M - CUT ACROSS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BIG M - CUT ACROSS	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M - CROSS OVER	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
BIG M - CROSS OVER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
LMRA CG TRAIL M1-7	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LMRA CG TRAIL M1-4	0.1	OTHER	Yes	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR6	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
WARD SMT TRIANGLE	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
LMRA CG TRAIL M1-9	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LMRA CG TRAIL M1-8	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MANISTEE SMT DNR 617	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
LMRA CG TRAIL M1-6	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LMRA CG TRAIL M1-4	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—

Historical Trends — Ludington

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	8,032	$32,010
2015	8,023	$33,777
2017	8,042	$38,325
2019	8,111	$45,302
2021	7,721	$45,673
2023	7,644	$44,471

Museums in Ludington

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MASON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2318434808	$495,284
MASON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3604261020	$495,284
SANDCASTLES A LAKE MICHIGAN CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	129 E LUDINGTON AVENUE	2312339326	$196,998
MANIERRE DAWSON GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
PENTWATER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	85 SOUTH RUTLEDGE
WESTERN MICHIGAN OLD ENGINE CLUB	HISTORY MUSEUM	SCOTTVILLE RIVERSIDE PARK 700 SOUTH SCOTTVILLE ROAD	2317573123

Libraries in Ludington

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
MASON COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY	217 EAST LUDINGTON AVENUE	0.0	193,000
PENTWATER TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	402 EAST PARK STREET	0.0	24,207

Farmers Markets in Ludington

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Ludington Farmer's Market	North James Street Plaza	05/02/2015 to 09/25/2015	Fri: 3:00 PM-8:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Pentwater Famers Market	321 S. Hancock St.	06/02/2014 to 09/01/2014	Mon: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Thu: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Scottville Farmers Market at Miller's Marketplace	202 North Main Street	06/06/2015 to 10/03/2015	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit

Hotels in Ludington

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western

Comfort Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ludington

Snyder's Shoreline Inn

Stearns Hotel

Restaurants in Ludington

21 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's

Big Boy

China Buffet

El Rancho

House of Flavors

Hunan Gardens

Kuntry Kubbard

Mancino's Pizza & Grinders

Old Hamlin

Pizza Hut

Ponderosa Steakhouse

Scotty's

Sportsman's Restaurant & Bar

Stix

Table 14

The Alley Bar & Grill

The Blu Moon

The Grand

The Q Smokehouse

Timbers

Timbers Prime

Cafes in Ludington

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Biggby Coffee

Cafe 106

Cluck Bucket

Ludington Harbor Cafe

Red Rooster Coffee

Starbucks

Cinemas in Ludington

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AMC

AMC CLASSIC Ludington 8

Clinics in Ludington

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mercy Health Urgent Care

Dentists in Ludington

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burgardt Family Dentistry

Gas Stations in Ludington

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Express Mart

Marathon

Meijer

Murphy USA

Shell

Wesco

Banks in Ludington

10 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chemical Bank

Fifth Third Bank

PNC Bank

Preferred Credit Union

Safe Harbor Credit Union

Shelby State Bank

West Shore Bank

Gyms in Ludington

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lotus

Ludington Crossfit

Golf Courses in Ludington

4 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Epworth Heights Golf Course

Hemlock Golf Club

Lakeside Links

Lincoln Hills Golf Club

Breweries in Ludington

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Jamesport Brewing Company	American Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, American, Beer & Ale, recreation, Beer & B	410 S James St	12318452522, 2318452522, 2318459622, 2318459663	Visit
Murphy's Tavern	Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, American Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pub	8848 80th Ave	2318695294

Nursing Homes in Ludington

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
OAKVIEW MEDICAL CARE FACILITY 1000 DIANA ST	Government - County	96	95	4/5	—	4/5	4/5	2318455185
TENDERCARE OF LUDINGTON 1000 E TINKHAM AVE	For profit - Corporation	93	83	3/5	—	3/5	5/5	2318456291

Pharmacies in Ludington

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
MEIJER	3900 WEST UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 10	231-845-3764
PDS I MICHIGAN INC	936 EAST LUDINGTON AVENUE	231-845-7332
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2102	4854 WEST UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 10	231-845-5873
WALGREENS - 5560	33 SOUTH PERE MARQUETTE HIGHWAY	231-845-5399

EV Charging Stations in Ludington

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger	3900 W US Hwy 10	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
Cartier Mansion Bed & Breakfast	409 E Ludington Ave	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public
Ludington Bay Brewing Company	515 S James St	Blink Network	2		J1772	public
Watson Ludington Chrysler	3632 W US-10	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Ludington

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
3800 SOUTH MORTON ROAD (94610)	GTOWER	96
3800 SOUTH MORTON ROAD (94610)	GTOWER	96
5950 NORTH JEBOVY DR (94581)	GTOWER	93
5950 NORTH JEBOVY DR (94581)	GTOWER	93
6037 NORTH 144TH AVE (127552)	GTOWER	93
6037 NORTH 144TH AVE (127552)	GTOWER	93
9267 NORTH 66TH AVENUE (94663)	GTOWER	92
9267 NORTH 66TH AVENUE (94663)	GTOWER	92
3333 N. Lincoln Rd. (94648)	GTOWER	82
3333 N. Lincoln Rd. (94648)	GTOWER	82

Fire Stations in Ludington

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Ludington Fire Department	210 W Loomis ST	Volunteer			231-843-2611
Pere Marquette Charter Township Fire Department	1040 S Pere Marquette HWY	Volunteer			231-845-0324

Power Plants Near Ludington

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
LAKE WINDS ENERGY PARK	ONSHORE WIND TURBINE	221115	-86.4	OP
MICHIGAN POWER LP	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE	221112	-86.4	OP
LUDINGTON	HYDROELECTRIC PUMPED STORAGE	221111	-86.5	OP

Bridges in Ludington

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1935	167	11,200	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1925	75	7,076	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1924	75	6,828	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2013	211	6,340	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1988	483	6,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1934	153	4,764	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1986	93	4,256	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1986	113	4,256	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	23	3,000	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	141	2,498	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	141	2,498	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1989	400	2,498	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1987	121	2,498	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1989	400	2,498	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1986	306	1,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	872	1,400	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1990	125	901	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1987	294	420	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Steel	2023	70	400	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2000	59	300	G
Culvert	Steel	2009	20	300	G
Culvert	Steel	1978	30	250	G

Correctional Facilities in Ludington

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
MASON COUNTY JAIL	306 NORTH DELIA STREET	COUNTY	57	104	OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Ludington

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
METALWORKS INC	902 4TH STREET	MASON

Airports Near Ludington

16 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Baldwin Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagles Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Evad Enterprises LLC Airport	—	Small Airport
Frankfort Dow Memorial Field	—	Small Airport
Fremont Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Green Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Ann Airway Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Manistee County Blacker Airport	MBL	Small Airport
Mason County Airport	LDM	Small Airport
Midget Airport	—	Small Airport
Oceana County Airport	—	Small Airport
Silver Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Thompsonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Tyrone Airport	—	Small Airport
White Cloud Airport	—	Small Airport
Wilderness Airpark	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Ludington

3 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Ludington Police Department
Pentwater Police Department
Scottville Police Department	105 North Main Street

Grocery Stores in Ludington

23 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
4th Ward Market	Convenience Store	229 2nd St
Airport Ez Mart 216	Convenience Store	5445 W US Highway 10
Aj's Party Port	Convenience Store	423 S James St
Aldi 10	Supermarket	4833 W US Highway 10
DOLLAR GENERAL 10682	Other	5550 W US Highway 10
Dollar General 24636	Other	3628 N Jebavy Dr
Dollar Tree 3225	Other	4538 W US Highway 10
Express Mart	Convenience Store	5587 W US Highway 10
Family Fare 1895	Super Store	5539 W US 10
Hamlin Grocery	Convenience Store	3611 N Jebavy Dr
Je Asian Grocery Llc 0	Convenience Store	5722 W US Highway 10
Ludington Meat Company	Specialty Store	3815 W US Highway 10
Meijer Gas Station 193	Convenience Store	3960 W US Highway 10
Meijer Inc 193	Super Store	3900 W US Highway 10
Murphy USA 6652	Convenience Store	4888 W Us Highway 10
Northside Market	Grocery Store	6388 Bryant Rd
THE EVERGREEN NATURAL FOOD MARKET	Grocery Store	106 W Ludington Ave
The Roadside	Farmers and Markets	4049 S Pere Marquette Hwy
WALGREENS 5560	Other	33 S Pere Marquette Hwy
Walmart SUPERCENTER 2102	Super Store	4854 W US Highway 10
Wesco 23	Convenience Store	5685 E Ludington Ave
Wesco 25	Convenience Store	301 W Ludington Ave
Y Country Store	Convenience Store	1860 N Lakeshore Dr

Treatment Centers in Ludington

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
West Michigan Community MH	Both	231-845-6294

DOL Wage Violations in Ludington

14 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $88,343 in back wages owed to 215 employees.

Violations

$88,343

Back Wages Owed

215

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Great Lakes Ford	—	—	49431	—	1	$18,794	$1,253	15
Lakeshore Spine and Pain	—	—	49431	—	1	$14,349	$247	58
China Buffet	—	—	49431	—	1	$11,751	$5,876	2
Schmock's Landscaping	—	—	49431	—	1	$9,969	$498	20
Ludington Woods	—	—	49431	—	1	$9,902	$225	44
HOUSE OF FLAVORS, INC. [OSHA]	—	—	49431	Ice Cream and Frozen Dessert Manufacturing	1	$7,271	$7,271	1
Snyder's Shoreline Inn	—	—	49431	—	1	$5,403	$1,081	5
Subway	—	Subway	49431	—	2	$4,727	$152	31
US Rehab Services	—	—	49431	—	1	$3,725	$233	16
Debbink & Sons Construction	—	—	49431	—	1	$2,060	$294	7
El Rancho	—	—	49431	—	1	$215	$21	10
Timbers Historic Bar and Grill	—	—	49431	—	1	$82	$41	2
Timbers Prime Steakhouse	—	—	49431	—	1	$60	$30	2
Cops & Doughnuts	—	—	49431	—	1	$34	$17	2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ludington

18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	6534 N ARROWHEAD DR
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	1011 MORONE DR
CHURCH ASSOCIATION OF THE EPWORTH ASSEMBLY INC	1161 N LAKESHORE DR
COMMUNITY CHURCH OF LUDINGTON MICHIGAN	PO BOX 369
CORNERSTONE BAPTIST CHURCH OF LUDINGTON	121 NELSON RD
END OF WATCH LOCAL ASSOCIATION	1213 S SHERMAN ST
FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST	PO BOX 456
GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH	501 E DANAHER ST
GREAT WAVE ZEN SANGHA	315 N RATH AVE
LUDINGTON AREA CATHOLIC EDUCATION FOUNDATION	PO BOX 142
LUDINGTON AREA SAINT PAUL CHURCH	3212 W KINNEY RD
OCEANA COUNTY JAIL MINISTRY	700 SHERMAN OAKS DR APT 7204
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH	1650 N JEBAVY DR
PRAYER AND PRAISE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	509 N STAFFON ST
RADIANT CHURCH COAST	409 S WASHINGTON AVE
RESURRECTION LIFE LIVING FREEMINISTRIES	239 JEBAVY DR STE A
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 209
TRINITY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF LUDINGTON MICHIGAN	1212 MONONA DR

Explore Near Ludington

Historic Markers

Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database

View all →

UFO Sightings

Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database

View all →

Bigfoot Sightings

Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization

View all →

Mines

Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration

View all →

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Ludington.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Ludington

What is the population of Ludington?

Ludington has a population of 7,664 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 2,281 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Ludington expensive to live in?

Ludington has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $44,471, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $192,800 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $824 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ludington safe?

The violent crime rate in Ludington is 393 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,670 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Ludington receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ludington?

Ludington has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Ludington?

The job market in Ludington is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $933. There are 717 business establishments in the area, including 97 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 9.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ludington?

The median home value in Ludington is $192,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,787. For renters, the median monthly rent is $824. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.9%. The average annual property tax is $5,663.

How are the schools in Ludington?

Schools in Ludington score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 27.1% of adults in Ludington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ludington?

The obesity rate in Ludington is 42.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.4% of adults are smokers. 25.7% are physically inactive. 29.8% of residents report depression. 8.3% lack health insurance. 86.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,278.

What is transportation like in Ludington?

The average commute in Ludington is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 68% of workers drive alone to work, 1.6% use public transit, and 9.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ludington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ludington is 91.3% White, 2.5% Black or African American, 1.8% Hispanic or Latino. 98.8% of residents speak only English at home. 8.0% of the population are military veterans. 19.0% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Scottville, MI 1,359 pop · 8.1 mi Hart, MI 1,931 pop · 18.4 mi Manistee, MI 6,275 pop · 20.7 mi Shelby, MI 2,571 pop · 24.2 mi Baldwin, MI 1,161 pop · 29.4 mi Hesperia, MI 1,007 pop · 33.5 mi Montague, MI 2,630 pop · 37.8 mi Whitehall, MI 2,974 pop · 38.8 mi Lakewood Club, MI 1,315 pop · 41.3 mi Fremont, MI 4,532 pop · 42.0 mi Twin Lake, MI 1,997 pop · 42.7 mi White Cloud, MI 1,297 pop · 43.3 mi Reed City, MI 2,505 pop · 47.0 mi Frankfort, MI 1,158 pop · 48.1 mi

Compare Ludington with another city:

Ludington, MI

Discover Ludington, MI

City Guide — Ludington

Overview 11/11

People 10/10

Economy 13/13

Housing 13/17

Health 25/26

Crime & Safety 11/12

Climate & Environment 15/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

Historical Trends 3/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 24/32

Explore (Map Features) 4/4

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

People

Economy

Housing

Crime

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Ludington a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Safety & Crime

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ludington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ludington vs U.S. Average

Income: Ludington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Tornado History

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure

Services