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Marenisco, MI

Michigan

Marenisco is a small town in Michigan with a population of 198. Residents earn $40,556 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
198 Population 57/sq mi density
$40,556 Median Income $25,191 per capita
$45,400 Home Value $186,652 Zillow
40°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$40,556 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,400 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,556
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,400
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age62.5 yrs
Density57/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans31.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,556
Per Capita$25,191
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$649M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,652
Housing Units183
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity34.4%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking15.2%
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,658 ft (505 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+98.8%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute26 min
Broadband95.3%
Libraries4

Is Marenisco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marenisco receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Marenisco offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marenisco is $40,556, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marenisco is $45,400, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Marenisco has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches, including 75.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Marenisco has a population of 198 with a density of 57 people per square mile. The median age is 62.5 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.8%), with 16.2% Hispanic.

Population

198
Total Population
57
People / sq mi
62.5yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Marenisco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marenisco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marenisco is $40,556, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Marenisco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,556
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,191
Avg Weekly Wage$930
IRS Avg AGI$55,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)420
County GDP$649M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare28
Retail67
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,093
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate11.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Marenisco is $45,400, 84% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,652.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,400
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,652

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.1%
Housing Units183
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,093
46% above US avg
Effective Rate11.22%
In Marenisco, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 29.4% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits69.1%
Premature Death9,301/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities28
Marenisco has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.3 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.3 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall75.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,658 ft (505 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates46.3737°N, 89.7120°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.1-point margin. 95.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.9%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 17.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+98.8%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density57/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants51
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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