Melvin, MI

Michigan

Melvin is a small town in Michigan with a population of 203. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
203 Population 209/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $21,520 per capita
$103,800 Home Value $229,910 Zillow
$685 Median Rent 22.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,800 home value, $685/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,800
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.8%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $685
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population203
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density209/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$21,520
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$1,747M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,800
Rent$685
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$229,910
Housing Units82
Rent Burden22.9%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking19.4%
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation833 ft (254 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.8%
High School+76.8%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute43 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries8

Is Melvin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Melvin receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Melvin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Melvin is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Melvin is $103,800, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $685 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.

Education

2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Melvin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 40.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Melvin has a population of 203 with a density of 209 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

203
Total Population
209
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Melvin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Melvin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Melvin is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Melvin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,520
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$57,237

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)879
County GDP$1,747M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare103
Retail134
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.7 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Melvin is $103,800, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $685 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,910.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,800
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$229,910

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$685
41% below US avg
Rent Burden22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%
Housing Units82
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Rate3.73%
In Melvin, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 30.3% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression30.3%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits63.3%
Premature Death9,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access40.5%
Healthcare Facilities103
Melvin has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall40.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density209/sq mi
Coordinates43.1864°N, 82.8617°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.8%
92% below US avg
High School+76.8%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density209/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants71
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.7 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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