Median Income
$62,727
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$181,300
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$826
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.5%
56% lower than US avg
How Madison Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population10,398
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density542/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Economy
A
Median Income$62,727
Per Capita$35,746
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty5.5%
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$181,300
Rent$826
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,739
Health
Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Elevation806 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+89.1%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2
Is Madison Heights a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Madison Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Madison Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Madison Heights is $62,727, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Madison Heights is $181,300, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Madison Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Madison Heights has a population of 10,398 with a density of 542 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.4%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 22.6% Black.
Population
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Madison Heights vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Madison Heights vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Madison Heights is $62,727, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Madison Heights vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,727 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,746 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,129 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,363 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.5% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,654 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 273 |
| Healthcare | 280 |
| Retail | 337 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,881 |
| 11% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.14% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |
The median home value in Madison Heights is $181,300, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,739.
Home Values
| Census Median | $181,300 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $239,739 |
| Median List Price | $241,700 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $241,700 |
| $/Sq Ft | $160 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.8% |
| Price Drops | 35.3% |
| Inventory | 17 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $826 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,189 |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,881 |
| 11% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.14% |
In Madison Heights, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Madison Heights vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.4% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.6% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,251/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 280 |
Crime Rates: Madison Heights vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Madison Heights has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.6 inches |
| 15% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 806 ft (246 m) |
| Area | 19.2 sq mi (49.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 542/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.4503°N, 79.1082°W |
| County FIPS | 51680 |