Menominee, MI

Michigan

Menominee is a small city in Michigan with a population of 8,370. Residents earn $49,646 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
8,370 Population 1,622/sq mi density
$49,646 Median Income $29,883 per capita
$97,800 Home Value $165,179 Zillow
$700 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
319 Violent Crime/100K 2,844 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,646 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,800 home value, $700/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
319 violent crimes/100K (16% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,646
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,800
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 319/100K
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,370
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density1,622/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,646
Per Capita$29,883
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$2,381M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,800
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,179

Crime

F
Violent319/100K
Property2,844/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault153/100K
Burglary626/100K

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation606 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.19

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute13 min
Libraries7

Is Menominee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Menominee receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Menominee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Menominee is $49,646, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Menominee is $97,800, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Menominee is below the national average at 319 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,844 per 100,000, 45% above the national average.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Menominee has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 43.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Menominee has a population of 8,370 with a density of 1,622 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

8,370
Total Population
1,622
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Menominee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Menominee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Menominee is $49,646, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Menominee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,646
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,883
Avg Weekly Wage$1,006
IRS Avg AGI$60,627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,257
County GDP$2,381M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare133
Retail170
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,280
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.6 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Menominee is $97,800, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,179.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,800
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,179
Median List Price$179,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$179,900
$/Sq Ft$126
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory33

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$697
1 Bedroom$771
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,353
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,280
22% above US avg
Effective Rate4.38%
In Menominee, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.6% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression30.6%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death8,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access60.0%
Healthcare Facilities133
Menominee has a violent crime rate of 319 per 100,000 residents, 16% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,844 per 100,000 (45% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Menominee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent318.7/100K
16% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape141.6/100K
Robbery23.6/100K
Assault153.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,844.3/100K
45% above US avg
Burglary625.5/100K
Theft2,148.0/100K
Vehicle Theft70.8/100K
Arson11.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Menominee has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall43.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation606 ft (185 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.4 km²)
Population Density1,622/sq mi
Coordinates45.1221°N, 87.6236°W
County FIPS55075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.19
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,622/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants133
Retail Stores170

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.6 min
Work from Home7.8%

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