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Luther, MI

Michigan

Luther is a small town in Michigan with a population of 375. Residents earn $58,125 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
375 Population 387/sq mi density
$58,125 Median Income $35,200 per capita
$107,100 Home Value $166,849 Zillow
$988 Median Rent 27.9% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$58,125 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,100 home value, $988/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,125
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,100
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $988
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population375
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density387/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$58,125
Per Capita$35,200
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,100
Rent$988
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,849
Housing Units171
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking21.9%
Depression31.3%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,026 ft (313 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+79.9%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute32 min
Broadband81.8%
Libraries4

Is Luther a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Luther receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Luther offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Luther is $58,125, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Luther is $107,100, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $988 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Luther has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°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 38.1 inches, including 119.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Luther has a population of 375 with a density of 387 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

375
Total Population
387
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Luther vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Luther vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Luther is $58,125, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Luther vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,125
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,200
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$55,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% 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 Rate4.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Luther is $107,100, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $988 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,849.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,100
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,849

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$988
15% below US avg
Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.4%
Housing Units171
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.35%
In Luther, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 21.9% are current smokers. 31.3% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma12.7%
COPD10.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression31.3%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress16.7%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.2%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death10,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities112
Luther has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall119.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,026 ft (313 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density387/sq mi
Coordinates44.0388°N, 85.6830°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.6-point margin. 81.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+79.9%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density387/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants90
Retail Stores176

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Nearby Cities

Baldwin, MI 1,161 pop · 13.0 mi Reed City, MI 2,505 pop · 14.4 mi Cadillac, MI 10,404 pop · 19.8 mi Evart, MI 1,764 pop · 22.7 mi Big Rapids, MI 7,847 pop · 25.5 mi Manton, MI 1,347 pop · 29.3 mi Scottville, MI 1,359 pop · 30.3 mi White Cloud, MI 1,297 pop · 33.6 mi Manistee, MI 6,275 pop · 35.0 mi Canadian Lakes, MI 2,701 pop · 36.9 mi Hesperia, MI 1,007 pop · 37.0 mi Ludington, MI 7,664 pop · 38.2 mi Kingsley, MI 1,783 pop · 38.8 mi Hart, MI 1,931 pop · 41.5 mi
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