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Mackinac Island, MI

Michigan · Emmet County

Mackinac Island is a small town in Michigan with a population of 663. Residents earn $100,125 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
663 Population 152/sq mi density
$100,125 Median Income $46,601 per capita
$834,600 Home Value $469,995 Zillow
$1,164 Median Rent 13.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
427 Violent Crime/100K 20,085 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$100,125 median income, 7.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$834,600 home value, $1,164/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
427 violent crimes/100K (12% above avg)
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
38.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $100,125
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $834,600
196% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 427/100K
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.1%
13% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,164
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population663
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density152/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$100,125
Per Capita$46,601
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$2,559M
Commute16 min

Housing

D
Home Value$834,600
Rent$1,164
Ownership48.5%
Zillow$469,995
Housing Units957
Rent Burden13.5%

Crime

F
Violent427/100K
Property20,085/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault427/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity41.5%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking19.2%
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation800 ft (244 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.1%
High School+88.0%
Graduate+12.0%
School Score6.05

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute16 min
Broadband93.6%
EV Stations3
Libraries5

Is Mackinac Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mackinac Island receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Mackinac Island has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mackinac Island is $100,125, which is significantly higher than the national average / 33% above $75,149. This places Mackinac Island among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mackinac Island is $834,600, making it a premium housing market at 196% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,164 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 427 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 20,085 per 100,000, 925% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Mackinac Island has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°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.

Mackinac Island has a population of 663 with a density of 152 people per square mile, spread across 18.8 square miles. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 42.2% female and 57.8% male. The city is predominantly White (56.4%), with 12.7% Hispanic, 13.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87% of residents, while 13% speak Spanish. 3.1% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 12.8% of residents have a disability. 77.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

663
Total Population
152
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
18.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mackinac Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish 13.0%
3% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mackinac Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mackinac Island is $100,125, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,601 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,066, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,558 business establishments, including 145 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mackinac Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,125
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,601
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$92,368
Gini Index0.463 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,558
County GDP$2,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants145
Healthcare188
Retail248
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,226
192% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Drive Alone4.1%
Public Transit14.2%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mackinac Island is $834,600, 196% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $469,995, lower than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,164 (0% 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. 48.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 957 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1969. The average annual property tax is $10,226 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 13.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$834,600
196% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$469,995

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,164
0% below US avg
Rent Burden13.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership48.5%
Owner-Occupied48.5%
Renter-Occupied51.5%
Housing Units957
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,226
192% above US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Mackinac Island, 41.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 33.3% have high blood pressure. 19.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.2% report binge drinking. 26.7% are physically inactive. 28.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.6% experience frequent mental distress. 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:856. The dentist ratio is 1:854. 76.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Mackinac Island vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.2%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:856
Dentists1:854
Mental Health1:217
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death6,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access76.6%
Healthcare Facilities188
Mackinac Island has a violent crime rate of 427 per 100,000 residents, 12% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 427.4 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 20,085 per 100,000, 925% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 19,872, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 214 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Mackinac Island receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent427.4/100K
12% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault427.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property20,085.5/100K
925% above US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft19,871.8/100K
Vehicle Theft213.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Mackinac Island has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 800 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation800 ft (244 m)
Area18.8 sq mi (48.8 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates45.8602°N, 84.6258°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
CountyEmmet County County
Nearest AirportPellston Regional/Emmet County (PLN)
22 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.4"
12% below US avg
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.90"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score38.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability31.7 / 100
Community Resilience96.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

37 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 4 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 3, 1974 EF3 94 km 0
May 8, 1964 EF2 85 km 0
Jul 4, 1957 EF2 88 km 0
Oct 18, 2007 EF1 60 km 0
Aug 1, 2002 EF1 80 km 0
Jul 9, 1993 EF1 87 km 0
Jul 5, 1993 EF1 6 km 0
Jul 5, 1993 EF1 6 km 0
Aug 16, 1988 EF1 66 km 0
Aug 12, 1988 EF1 70 km 0
Jul 12, 1987 EF1 50 km 0
Aug 8, 1986 EF1 79 km 0
Sep 7, 1985 EF1 97 km 0
Aug 16, 1978 EF1 37 km 0
Aug 16, 1978 EF1 72 km 0
Aug 22, 1977 EF1 86 km 0
Aug 5, 1977 EF1 69 km 0
Jul 28, 1964 EF1 81 km 0
Jul 4, 1957 EF1 56 km 0
Jun 19, 1955 EF1 82 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

5 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SLEEPER LAKE (17,623 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 SLEEPER LAKE 17,623 99 km
2022 BLUE LAKES 2,554 79 km
1998 CAMP FAUNCE 1,922 45 km
1999 MACKINAC3 741 54 km
2019 RIFLE RANGE 729 57 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 1.7 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.1 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in Wettest
October 47°F (8°C) 2.7 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.8 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.2 in

Mackinac Island has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 18°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.3").

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Mackinac Island is located in Emmet County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 38.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 13% above the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 54.6% of the vote, a 10.8-point margin. 93.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 188 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 4.1% of workers drive alone to work, while 14.2% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.1%
13% above US avg
High School+88.0%
Graduate Degree+12.0%
School Test Score6.05
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density152/sq mi
Total Area18.8 sq mi
CountyEmmet County County

Services

Broadband Access93.6%
Avg Download Speed175.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed81.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities188
Restaurants145
Retail Stores248

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Drive Alone4.1%
Public Transit14.2%
Work from Home8.2%
Average costs for common services in Mackinac Island. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$577
Toddler$577
Preschool$577
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$586
Toddler$606
Preschool$606
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Emmet County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 2,948 206 $43,699 1.66
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,741 177 $67,765 1.08
Accommodation & Food Services 2,402 138 $35,386 1.49
Manufacturing 1,564 62 $72,840 1.07
Construction 1,501 258 $62,107 1.61
Administrative & Waste Services 925 97 $51,130 0.89
Other Services 682 143 $43,219 1.28
Arts & Entertainment 596 38 $43,417 2.00
Finance & Insurance 317 62 $89,080 0.44
Real Estate 264 56 $57,967 0.96
Information & Technology 169 20 $64,648 0.51
Agriculture & Forestry 120 18 $43,150 0.84
Educational Services 83 12 $34,575 0.23
Unclassified 62 20 $37,462 2.51

Schools in Mackinac Island

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cedarville School Other 227 16 14.2:1
Mackinac Island School Other 58 7 8.3:1
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Radio Stations near Mackinac Island

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Mackinac Island

5 campgrounds found near Mackinac Island.

NameRatingSitesPrice
THREE LAKES 5.0/5 10 $16
BREVOORT LAKE CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 34 $26–$48
SOLDIER LAKE 4.4/5 44 $24
LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE 4.3/5 33 $26
CARP RIVER CAMPGROUND 4.2/5 20 $24

National Parks Near Mackinac Island

16 national parks and monuments found near Mackinac Island.

ParkTypeFee
Aloha State Park State Park Free
Brimley State Park State Park Free
Burt Lake State Park State Park Free
Cheboygan State Park State Park Free
Cut River Bridge Roadside Park State Park Free
Fisherman's Island State Park State Park Free
Hoeft State Park State Park Free
Leelanau State Park State Park Free
Mackinac State Park State Park Free
Old Mission Peninsula State Park State Park Free
Onaway State Park State Park Free
Otsego Lake State Park State Park Free
Petoskey State Park State Park Free
Tahquamenon Falls State Park State Park Free
Wilderness State Park State Park Free
Young State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Mackinac Island

119+ trails found near Mackinac Island.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BREVOORT-CEDARVILLE OHV 35.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
TROUT LAKE - HULBERT SNOMO 25.5 SNOW — — —
RED CREEK-CEDARVILLE SNOMO 24.3 SNOW — — —
CARP RIVER SNOMO 19.5 SNOW — — —
CASTLE ROCK SNOMO 17.5 SNOW — — —
RACO-STRONGS-HULBERT SNOMO 17.1 SNOW — — —
TROUT LAKE - RUDYARD SNOMO 15.6 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 13.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE 12.6 WATER — — —
PINE RIVER CANOE ROUTE 10.2 WATER — — —
BREVOORT RIVER CANOE 9.7 WATER — — —
MORAN OHV 7.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 7.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE 7.5 WATER — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 6.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RACO - RUDYARD SNOMO 6.6 SNOW — — —
CARP RIVER HIKING TRAIL 5.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TROUT LAKE-REXTON SNOMO 4.4 SNOW — — —
CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE 4.3 WATER — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 3.8 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE 3.7 WATER — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CARP RIVER CANOE ROUTE 2.5 WATER — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ST MARTINS SKI - LOOP B 2.1 SNOW — — —
CHERRY STEM HIKE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ST MARTINS SKI LOOP A 2.0 SNOW — — —
SAND DUNES SKI 1.9 SNOW — — —
SAND DUNES SKI 1.8 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAND DUNES/NCT CONNECTOR 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAND DUNES SKI 1.4 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAND DUNES SKI 1.3 SNOW — — —
SAND DUNES SKI 1.2 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAND DUNES SKI 1.1 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MARIGOLD TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAND DUNES SKI 0.8 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.8 OTHER Yes — —
GROS CAP - WAABOOZ (RABBIT) 0.8 SNOW — — —
GROS CAP - WAABOOZ (RABBIT) 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CARP RIVER HIKING TRAIL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ASPEN TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.7 OTHER Yes — —
GROS CAP BINE (GROUSE) LOOP 0.7 SNOW — — —
GROS CAP BINE (GROUSE) LOOP 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
CARP RIVER HIKING TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WALKER LAKE LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FOLEY CREEK 0.5 OTHER Yes — —
FOLEY CREEK A 0.5 OTHER Yes — —
GROS CAP GIIKINAWAABAM (LEARN) 0.4 SNOW — — —
GROS CAP GIIKINAWAABAM (LEARN) 0.4 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL — Yes —
FISHERMAN'S HIKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.4 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 Yes — —
RIDGE TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 OTHER Yes — —
CARP RIVER HIKING TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.2 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.1 Yes — —
SOLDIER LK/NCT CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.1 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.1 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.1 Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.1 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.1 OTHER Yes — —
FOLEY CREEK B 0.1 OTHER Yes — —
GROS CAP EMPLOYEE SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
GROS CAP EMPLOYEE SPUR 0.1 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
GROS CAP LOOK OUT SPUR 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes —
GROS CAP LOOK OUT SPUR 0.0 SNOW — — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY NTL SCENIC-EAST 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 CHUNK WOOD Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HORSESHOE BAY 0.0 OTHER Yes — —

Museums in Mackinac Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GREAT LAKES LIGHTHOUSE KEEPERS ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION707 N HURON AVE2314365580$269,382
ICEBREAKER MACKINAC MARITIME MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM131 S HURON AVE2314369826$238,532
MACKINAW AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1425 WEST CENTRAL AVENUE$147,044
MICHILIMACKINAC HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION334 N STATE ST9066436627$80,063
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CHEBOYGAN COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$32,783
ALOHA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2316252511
BOIS BLANC ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORTDE BUADE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9066436627
MACKINAC ISLAND STATE PARK COMMISSIONGENERAL MUSEUM2314365276
MACKINAC STATE HISTORIC PARKSGENERAL MUSEUM2314364100
MID MICHIGAN CIVIL WAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7342407780
MUSEUM OF OJIBWA CULTUREGENERAL MUSEUM9066439161
WAUGOSHANCE LIGHTHOUSE PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Mackinac Island

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CHEBOYGAN AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY100 SOUTH BAILEY STREET0.079,815
MACKINAW AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY528 WEST CENTRAL AVENUE0.034,341
MACKINAC ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY7549 MAIN STREET0.022,037
SAINT IGNACE PUBLIC LIBRARY110 WEST SPRUCE STREET0.017,196

Farmers Markets in Mackinac Island

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bayside Farmers Market13 S. State Street07/03/2014 to 09/25/2014Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;

Hotels in Mackinac Island

21 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bicycle Street Inn & Suites
Chippewa Hotel
Cottage Inn
Grand Hotel
Harbour View Inn
Inn On Mackinac
Iroquois Hotel
Island House
Lakeview Hotel
Lilac Tree Hotel
Mackinac House
Main Street Inn & Suites
Market Street Inn
Metivier Inn
Mission Point Resort
Mission Point Resort - Straits Lodge
Murray Hotel
Pontiac's Lodge
The Inn at Stonecliffe
The Inn at Stonecliffe
Windermere Hotel

Restaurants in Mackinac Island

15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bistro on the Greens
Cannonball Inn & Catering
Carriage House
Island Slice Pizzeria
Kingston Kitchen at the Village Inn
Mary's Bistro
Mighty Mac Hamburgers
Murray Hotel Fudge Company and Cafe
Ryba's Pancake House
Tea Room Restaurant
The Chuckwagon
The Gatehouse
The Jockey Club at the Grand Stand
Twist N Sprouts
Verde's Taqueria

Cafes in Mackinac Island

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lucky Bean Coffeehouse
Seabiscuit Cafe
Starbucks
Watercolor Cafe

Monuments in Mackinac Island

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Father Marquette Statue
Honor Wall

Banks in Mackinac Island

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First National Bank of St. Ignace

Golf Courses in Mackinac Island

5 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hessel Ridge Golf
Jewel Golf Course - Grand Nine
Jewel Golf Course - Woods Nine
Les Cheneaux Golf Course
Wawashkamo Golf Course

Breweries in Mackinac Island

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cheboygan Brewing CompanyBrewery101 N Main St12312683218Visit
Club 27Bars, food and drink, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Pub Food, recreation, Bar & Grills, Tavern506 N Main St2316272511Visit
Key Hole BarBars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, recreation, Night Clubs, Taverns, Bar323 E Central Ave2314365745, 2314367911Visit

Pharmacies in Mackinac Island

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
ARFSTROM PHARMACY 4 EAST STATE HIGHWAY M-134 906-484-3355

Daycare Centers in Mackinac Island

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
MACKINAC ISLAND PUBLIC SCHOOL
7846 MAIN STREET
 CENTER BASED — CENTER NOT AVAILABLE OPEN

Cell Towers in Mackinac Island

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2022 US HWY 2 WEST (St.Ignace - 120009945)TOWER114
Mackinaw Cell Site 212 N. Huron AveTOWER99
13951 DOUGLAS ROAD (94971)GTOWER98
13951 DOUGLAS ROAD (94971)GTOWER98
(Garen) 6243 Mackinac TrailLTOWER93
8867 POTTER ROAD (94948)GTOWER93
8867 POTTER ROAD (94948)GTOWER93
1309 W. State Ave (97279)GTOWER88
1309 W. State Ave (97279)GTOWER88
6123 Reed RdTOWER61
5459 Levering Road (94513)GTOWER59
5459 Levering Road (94513)GTOWER59
19900 STIMPSON ROAD (94982)GTOWER47
19900 STIMPSON ROAD (94982)GTOWER47

Bridges in Mackinac Island

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1953501,404F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198552220G

Amtrak Stations in Mackinac Island

3 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Cheboygan, MI403 North Huron StreetBUS
Mackinaw City, MI102 South Huron Ave.BUS
St. Ignace, MI700 West US Hwy 2BUS

Airports Near Mackinac Island

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chippewa County International AirportCIUMedium Airport
Pellston Regional Airport of Emmet County AirportPLNMedium Airport
Sault Ste Marie AirportYAMMedium Airport
Albert J Lindberg Airport—Small Airport
Bar River AirportYEBSmall Airport
Black River Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Bois Blanc Airport—Small Airport
Boyne City Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Boyne Mountain Airport—Small Airport
Campbell-Pratt Airport—Small Airport
Charlevoix Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Cheboygan County Airport—Small Airport
Deer Lake Airpark—Small Airport
Dvoracek Field—Small Airport
East Jordan City Airport—Small Airport
Harbor Springs Airport—Small Airport
Hoffman's Black Mountain Aerodrome—Small Airport
Mackinac County Airport—Small Airport
Mackinac Island AirportMCDSmall Airport
Pbeaaye Airport—Small Airport
Sault Ste Marie Municipal Airport Sanderson Field—Small Airport
Young's Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Mackinac Island

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cheboygan County Sheriff's Department870 South Main Street
Cheboygan Police Department403 North Huron Street
Mackinac County Sheriff's Office
Mackinac Island Police Department7374 Market Street
Mackinaw City Police Department102 South Huron Avenue
Saint Ignace Police Department

Grocery Stores in Mackinac Island

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Douds MarketGrocery Store7200 Main St

Post Offices in Mackinac Island

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hessel Post Office

Treatment Centers in Mackinac Island

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bear River Outreach - CheboyganSubstance Abuse231-751-0070
Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Center IncSubstance Abuse906-984-2080
Sault Tribe Health and Human Services - Behavioral Health ProgramSubstance Abuse906-635-6075

DOL Wage Violations in Mackinac Island

11 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $560,611 in back wages owed to 923 employees.

11
Violations
$560,611
Back Wages Owed
923
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
The Grand Hotel SIGNIFICANT — 49757 — 2 $332,332 $659 504
Mission Point Resort SIGNIFICANT D&S North LLC 49757 — 3 $103,730 $701 148
Goodfellows Restaurant — — 49757 — 2 $52,646 $863 61
Chippewa — — 49757 — 1 $29,716 $278 107
Harbour View Inn — — 49757 — 2 $15,574 $577 27
Island House Hotel — — 49757 — 1 $8,473 $292 29
Lake View Hotel — — 49757 — 2 $7,975 $613 13
Hotel Investment Services — — 49757 — 1 $7,897 $658 12
Murray Hotel — — 49757 — 1 $1,235 $123 10
Doud Mercantile Co., Inc. — — 49757 — 1 $702 $88 8
Sunset Condominiums — — 49757 — 1 $331 $83 4

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mackinac Island

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 539
CEDAR BAY CAMP AND RETREAT CENTER INC1128 CEDAR CAMPUS RD
KEHILLAT HATZAV HAGADOL INC8350 CEDAR CT
MACKINAC ISLAND BIBLE CHURCHPO BOX 457
OUR SAVIOURS LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 215
ST ANNE PARISH MACKINAC ISLAND6837 HURON STREET

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Historic Markers
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Haunted Places
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Locations with documented reports of paranormal activity and sightings
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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mackinac Island

What is the population of Mackinac Island?

Mackinac Island has a population of 663 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 152 people per square mile, spread across 18.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.8 years. The population is 42.2% female and 57.8% male.

Is Mackinac Island expensive to live in?

Mackinac Island 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 $100,125, 33% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $834,600 (196% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,164 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Mackinac Island safe?

The violent crime rate in Mackinac Island is 427 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 20,085 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Mackinac Island receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mackinac Island?

Mackinac Island has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Mackinac Island?

The unemployment rate in Mackinac Island is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,066. There are 1,558 business establishments in the area, including 145 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 8.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mackinac Island?

The median home value in Mackinac Island is $834,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $469,995. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,164. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 48.5%. The average annual property tax is $10,226.

How are the schools in Mackinac Island?

Schools in Mackinac Island score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 38.1% of adults in Mackinac Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mackinac Island?

The obesity rate in Mackinac Island is 41.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.2% of adults are smokers. 26.7% are physically inactive. 28.7% of residents report depression. 8.7% lack health insurance. 76.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:856.

What is transportation like in Mackinac Island?

The average commute in Mackinac Island is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 4.1% of workers drive alone to work, 14.2% use public transit, and 8.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mackinac Island?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mackinac Island is 56.4% White, 13.6% Black or African American, 12.7% Hispanic or Latino. 87% of residents speak only English at home, while 13% speak Spanish. 3.1% of the population are military veterans. 12.8% of residents have a disability. 77.2% have health insurance coverage.

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