Mass City, MI

Michigan

Mass City is a small town in Michigan with a population of 202. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
202 Population 374/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $40,154 per capita
$56,800 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,800 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,800
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.1%
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population202
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density374/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$40,154
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$169M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units173

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking18.8%
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.1%
High School+98.8%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute26 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries4

Is Mass City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mass City receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mass 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 Mass City is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mass City is $56,800, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.1% 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

Mass City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 177.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Mass City has a population of 202 with a density of 374 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 5.9% Hispanic.

Population

202
Total Population
374
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mass City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.1%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.9%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mass City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mass City is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Mass City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,154
Avg Weekly Wage$685
IRS Avg AGI$54,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)191
County GDP$169M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare14
Retail28
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,840
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Mass City is $56,800, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,800
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%
Housing Units173
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,840
10% above US avg
Effective Rate6.76%
In Mass City, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 28.7% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death13,371/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access61.0%
Healthcare Facilities14
Mass City has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall177.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density374/sq mi
Coordinates46.7616°N, 89.0849°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.4-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.1%
5% below US avg
High School+98.8%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.23
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density374/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants29
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.9%

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