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Mecosta, MI
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Mecosta, MI
At a Glance
How Mecosta Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mecosta's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mecosta a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mecosta residents earn a median household income of $70,069 , which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,831. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 696 business establishments, including 78 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mecosta is $92,200 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $217,285. Median rent is $804/month, with 18.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Mecosta reports 424 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,166/100K.
Education
10.9% of adults in Mecosta hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 90.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mecosta has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.