Home Value $77,500

73% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.8%

74% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.6%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.5%

25% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 51.0%

311% higher than US avg

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

People

Population283

Median Age54.8 yrs

Density88/mi²

Male / Female55% / 45%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans2.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$19,602

Unemployment4.5%

Poverty51.0%

County GDP$788M

Commute43 min

Housing

Home Value$77,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$173,026

Housing Units152

Rent Burden36.9%

Health

Obesity39.6%

Uninsured8.5%

Smoking19.3%

Depression30.7%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain33.4 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation913 ft (278 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.8%

High School+96.7%

Graduate+3.5%

School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%

Commute43 min

Broadband55.6%

Libraries4

Is Lupton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lupton receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Lupton faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 51.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lupton is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Lupton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lupton has a population of 283 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

283

Total Population

People / sq mi

54.8yrs

Median Age

41% above US avg

3.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%

Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lupton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.0%
	24% above US avg
Spanish	3.0%
	78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lupton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lupton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 51.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Lupton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$19,602
Avg Weekly Wage	$821
IRS Avg AGI	$51,845

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.5%
	25% above US avg
Poverty Rate	51.0%
	311% above US avg
Establishments (County)	611
County GDP	$788M

Business (County)

Restaurants	60
Healthcare	71
Retail	107
Manufacturing	28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,674
	5% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	43.0 min
Drive Alone	70.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	18.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lupton is $77,500, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,026.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$77,500
	73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$173,026

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	36.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	90.2%
Housing Units	152
Median Year Built	1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,674
	5% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.74%

In Lupton, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 30.7% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.6%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	10.8%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	33.8%
Asthma	12.4%
COPD	9.1%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.3%
	38% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.8%
Physical Inactivity	27.4%
Depression	30.7%
Mental Distress	21.3%
Physical Distress	15.6%
Short Sleep	40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.5%
Uninsured	8.5%
	1% below US avg
Primary Care	1:6,909
Dentists	1:2,330
Mental Health	1:1,049
Checkup Rate	76.6%
Dental Visits	57.2%
Premature Death	11,752/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.4/10
Exercise Access	45.8%
Healthcare Facilities	71

Lupton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	43.7°F
	19% below US avg
January Average	19°F (-8°C)
July Average	67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	33.4 inches
	12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	913 ft (278 m)
Area	3.2 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density	88/sq mi
Coordinates	44.4292°N, 84.0239°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County FIPS	26129

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42-point margin. 55.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%

D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.8%
	74% below US avg
High School+	96.7%
Graduate Degree+	3.5%
School Test Score	5.23

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	88/sq mi
Total Area	3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	55.6%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	71
Restaurants	60
Retail Stores	107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	43.0 min
Drive Alone	70.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	18.0%

Lupton, MI

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Lupton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Lupton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lupton vs U.S. Average

Income: Lupton 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: Lupton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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