Manistee Lake, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Manistee Lake is a small town in Michigan with a population of 364. Residents earn $52,917 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
364 Population 102/sq mi density
$52,917 Median Income $34,591 per capita
$153,600 Home Value
$785 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$52,917 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,600 home value, $785/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,917
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,600
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $785
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population364
Median Age55.7 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans13.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$52,917
Per Capita$34,591
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$839M
Commute62 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,600
Rent$785
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units497
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking15.9%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,201 ft (366 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+88.2%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute62 min
Broadband81.7%
Libraries1

Is Manistee Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manistee Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Manistee Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manistee Lake is $52,917, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 62 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manistee Lake is $153,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $785 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

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Manistee Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°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 33.7 inches, including 132.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Manistee Lake has a population of 364 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 55.7 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

364
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
55.7yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.7%
Female 39.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Manistee Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manistee Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manistee Lake is $52,917, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 62 minutes.

Income: Manistee Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,917
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,591
Avg Weekly Wage$1,162
IRS Avg AGI$56,719

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)388
County GDP$839M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare24
Retail64
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,661
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time61.6 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Manistee Lake is $153,600, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $785 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,600
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$230
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$785
33% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.3%
Housing Units497
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,661
33% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Manistee Lake, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Manistee Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death9,139/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access43.3%
Healthcare Facilities24
Manistee Lake has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.7 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall132.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,201 ft (366 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates44.7725°N, 85.0235°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26079
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.9-point margin. 81.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+88.2%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants32
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute61.6 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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