Maple City, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Maple City is a small town in Michigan with a population of 192. Residents earn $100,694 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
192 Population 447/sq mi density
$100,694 Median Income $32,432 per capita
$282,800 Home Value $579,758 Zillow
$1,375 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$100,694 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$282,800 home value, $1,375/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,694
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $282,800
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,375
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population192
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density447/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,694
Per Capita$32,432
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$7,470M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$282,800
Rent$1,375
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$579,758
Housing Units83
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking14.2%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation729 ft (222 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute13 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries6

Is Maple City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maple City receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Maple City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maple City is $100,694, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Maple City among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maple City is $282,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,375 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Maple City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches, including 143.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Maple City has a population of 192 with a density of 447 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%).

Population

192
Total Population
447
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Maple City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maple City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maple City is $100,694, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Maple City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,694
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,432
Avg Weekly Wage$1,140
IRS Avg AGI$91,357

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,762
County GDP$7,470M

Business (County)

Restaurants290
Healthcare395
Retail551
Manufacturing180

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,269
136% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.4 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Maple City is $282,800, 0% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,375 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $579,758.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$282,800
0% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$579,758

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,375
18% above US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.3%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,269
136% above US avg
Effective Rate2.92%
In Maple City, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Maple City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep32.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits68.9%
Premature Death6,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities395
Maple City has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.7 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall143.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation729 ft (222 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density447/sq mi
Coordinates44.8556°N, 85.8573°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.7-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.1%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 1.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density447/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities395
Restaurants290
Retail Stores551

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.4 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

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