Manistique, MI

Michigan

Manistique is a small town in Michigan with a population of 2,844. Residents earn $39,761 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,844 Population 886/sq mi density
$39,761 Median Income $31,396 per capita
$83,600 Home Value $180,594 Zillow
$653 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
201 Violent Crime/100K 1,974 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$39,761 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,600 home value, $653/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
201 violent crimes/100K (47% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,761
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,600
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 201/100K
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $653
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,844
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density886/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,761
Per Capita$31,396
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$1,635M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,600
Rent$653
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,594

Crime

F
Violent201/100K
Property1,974/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault134/100K
Burglary368/100K

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.0%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Elevation594 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute16 min
Libraries2

Is Manistique a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manistique receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Manistique has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manistique is $39,761, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% 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 Manistique is $83,600, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $653 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Manistique is below the national average at 201 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,974 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Manistique has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Manistique has a population of 2,844 with a density of 886 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.9%), with 16.8% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

2,844
Total Population
886
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Manistique vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manistique vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manistique is $39,761, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Manistique vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,761
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,396
Avg Weekly Wage$923
IRS Avg AGI$60,757

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,044
County GDP$1,635M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare91
Retail157
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,676
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Manistique is $83,600, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $653 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,594.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,600
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,594

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$653
44% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,676
34% above US avg
Effective Rate5.59%
In Manistique, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.0% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma13.0%
COPD9.8%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression31.0%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death8,625/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access76.8%
Healthcare Facilities91
Manistique has a violent crime rate of 201 per 100,000 residents, 47% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,974 per 100,000 (1% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent200.7/100K
47% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape66.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault133.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,973.9/100K
1% above US avg
Burglary368.0/100K
Theft1,371.7/100K
Vehicle Theft234.2/100K
Arson33.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Manistique has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density886/sq mi
Coordinates45.9597°N, 86.2510°W
County FIPS26041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 30.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+86.7%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density886/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants94
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Work from Home3.2%

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