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Mesick, MI

Michigan · Wexford County

Mesick is a small town in Michigan with a population of 416. Residents earn $31,250 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
416 Population 313/sq mi density
$31,250 Median Income $15,911 per capita
$77,900 Home Value $199,677 Zillow
$1,214 Median Rent 38.3% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
565 Violent Crime/100K 3,304 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$31,250 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,900 home value, $1,214/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
565 violent crimes/100K (49% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $31,250
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,900
72% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 565/100K
49% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,214
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population416
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density313/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,250
Per Capita$15,911
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,900
Rent$1,214
Ownership55.6%
Zillow$199,677
Housing Units163
Rent Burden38.3%

Crime

F
Violent565/100K
Property3,304/100K

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking21.2%
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation913 ft (278 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+87.9%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score5.38

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute25 min
Broadband82.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Mesick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mesick receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mesick has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mesick is $31,250, 58% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mesick is $77,900, 72% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,214 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 565 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,304 per 100,000, 69% above the national average.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mesick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 119.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Mesick has a population of 416 with a density of 313 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 48.1% male. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 2.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.2% of residents. 10.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 23.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

416
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mesick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mesick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mesick is $31,250, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,911 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,007, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 895 business establishments, including 90 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 9.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mesick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,250
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,911
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$55,837
Gini Index0.436 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)895
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare112
Retail176
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mesick is $77,900, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,677, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,214 (4% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 55.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 163 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $4,662 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 38.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,900
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,677

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,214
4% above US avg
Rent Burden38.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership55.6%
Owner-Occupied55.6%
Renter-Occupied44.4%
Housing Units163
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Effective Rate5.98%
In Mesick, 41.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 7.2% of residents, above the national average. 35.3% have high blood pressure. 21.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.8% report binge drinking. 28.3% are physically inactive. 30.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.0% experience frequent mental distress. 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,169. The dentist ratio is 1:1,368. 81.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma12.7%
COPD10.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.2%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression30.7%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,169
Dentists1:1,368
Mental Health1:316
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death10,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities112
Mesick has a violent crime rate of 565 per 100,000 residents, 49% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,304 per 100,000, 69% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Mesick receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent565.3/100K
49% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,303.8/100K
69% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Mesick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. The area receives 119.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 913 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation913 ft (278 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates44.4041°N, 85.7173°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
CountyWexford County County
Nearest AirportGaylord Regional (GLR)
65 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.1"
0% below US avg
Snowfall 119.6"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0442 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score33.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability61.3 / 100
Community Resilience79.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 2, 2024.

Aug 2, 2024 38 km ESE of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin M2.9 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

111 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 5 fatalities, 135 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956 EF4 43 km 1
May 20, 2022 EF3 92 km 2
Jul 3, 1974 EF3 90 km 0
Jun 26, 1969 EF3 39 km 0
Apr 23, 1968 EF3 81 km 0
Oct 18, 2007 EF2 49 km 1
May 28, 1991 EF2 96 km 0
Mar 27, 1991 EF2 61 km 0
Jun 8, 1985 EF2 51 km 0
Jul 31, 1977 EF2 80 km 0
Jul 23, 1976 EF2 41 km 0
Apr 19, 1975 EF2 85 km 0
Jun 10, 1974 EF2 79 km 0
Jun 9, 1974 EF2 81 km 0
Jun 7, 1974 EF2 28 km 0
May 25, 1973 EF2 79 km 0
Apr 12, 1972 EF2 78 km 0
Sep 3, 1964 EF2 42 km 0
May 8, 1964 EF2 57 km 0
Jul 31, 1963 EF2 28 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

17 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CRAWFORD15 (6,868 ac, 1990).

Year Name Acres Distance
1990 CRAWFORD15 6,868 100 km
2017 GRANT RX 2,204 63 km
2005 ROSCOMMON4 2,109 90 km
2021 21-SLBE LASSO LOOP BURN 1,906 47 km
2024 RANGE 30 24-03 RX 1,523 95 km
2008 FOUR MILE 1,348 84 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,267 74 km
2010 MERIDIAN BOUNDARY COMPLEX (RANGE 9) 1,202 71 km
2011 HOWES LAKE 839 79 km
2003 WARFIELD ROAD 800 21 km
1990 CRAWFORD16 777 91 km
1994 COUNTY LINE 735 64 km
2019 BALDWIN FUELS UNITS 1/2/6AB 619 60 km
2019 19-SLBE PETERSON 605 46 km
2021 WARFIELD 538 21 km
1987 KALKASKA17 520 66 km
2024 WHELAN LAKE BLOCK 1 PARTIAL 1 RX 512 65 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 29°F (-1°C) 2.0 in
April 42°F (6°C) 2.6 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
July 67°F (20°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in
September 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in Wettest
October 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.3 in

Mesick has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 20°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.5").

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Mesick is located in Wexford County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 9.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.6% of the vote, a 34.6-point margin. 82.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 112 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 61.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents5
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+87.9%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score5.38
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density313/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi
CountyWexford County County

Services

Broadband Access82.5%
Avg Download Speed119.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed39.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants90
Retail Stores176

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone61.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%
Average costs for common services in Mesick. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit $337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit $192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit $2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning $125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling $241 ($144–$385)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement $289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4) $577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement $192 ($96–$337)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair $385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install $6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair $962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement $8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested) $14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense $4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation $481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation $2,405 ($962–$4,810)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full) $144 ($72–$241)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $77 ($48–$125)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread $3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb) $0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly) $67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly) $82 ($48–$144)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($14–$72)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly) $385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter $289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter $192 ($96–$385)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$469
Toddler$555
Preschool$555
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$698
Toddler$714
Preschool$714
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Wexford County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 3,171 56 $65,069 2.93
Retail Trade 1,831 124 $34,674 1.39
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,655 112 $55,156 0.88
Accommodation & Food Services 1,052 92 $20,983 0.88
Transportation & Warehousing 552 33 $50,194 0.99
Administrative & Waste Services 455 45 $60,053 0.59
Other Services 409 81 $31,415 1.03
Construction 289 70 $53,579 0.42
Information & Technology 194 12 $64,708 0.79
Arts & Entertainment 160 20 $17,365 0.72
Finance & Insurance 150 43 $59,992 0.28
Agriculture & Forestry 133 19 $50,744 1.25
Educational Services 123 8 $30,743 0.45
Real Estate 80 31 $46,052 0.39
Unclassified 19 8 $43,569 1.04
Mining & Oil/Gas 15 5 $50,226 0.30

Schools in Mesick

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Highpoint Virtual Academy of MIchigan (Charter) Other 2,308 124 18.6:1
Mesick Consolidated JrSr High School High 301 18 16.7:1
Floyd M Jewett Elem School Elementary 262 17 15.4:1
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Radio Stations near Mesick

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Interlochen Public Radio classical MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Mesick

9 campgrounds found near Mesick.

NameRatingSitesPrice
SEATON CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.8/5 19 $30–$80
D.H. Day Group Campground 4.7/5 4 $20
PLATTE RIVER CAMPGROUND 4.7/5 171 $22–$50
Upper Manistee River Backcountry Campsites 4.6/5 11 Free
White Pine Backcountry Campground Permits 4.6/5 1 $13
PETERSON BRIDGE 4.5/5 31 $35
D.H. Day Campground 4.4/5 82 $10
SAND LAKE CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 44 $40–$105
Marzinski Horse Campground 4.2/5 19 Free

National Parks Near Mesick

19 national parks and monuments found near Mesick.

ParkTypeFee
Charters Traverse City State Park State Park Free
Dnr Lakeview Park State Park Free
Fisherman's Island State Park State Park Free
Interlochen State Park State Park Free
Leelanau State Park State Park Free
Ludington State Park State Park Free
Mears State Park State Park Free
Meyer & Keystone Soccer State Park Free
Mitchell State Park State Park Free
Newaygo State Park (leased from Consumer's Energy) State Park Free
North Higgins Lake State Park State Park Free
Old Mission Peninsula State Park State Park Free
Orchard Beach State Park State Park Free
Petoskey State Park State Park Free
Silver Lake State Park State Park Free
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore National Lakeshore $25
White Pine Trail State Park State Park Free
Wilson State Park State Park Free
Young State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Mesick

259+ trails found near Mesick.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 25.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 21.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 21.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MCCCT- BWC 15.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 14.9 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 12.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MCCT - LITTLE O SPUR 10.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MARZINSKI HORSE TRAIL 10.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MANISTEE RIVER TRAIL 9.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR35 9.0 SNOW — — —
CADILLAC WEST SMT DNR37 8.0 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WEST SMT DNR637 7.6 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35 7.4 SNOW — — —
MCCT - LITTLE O SPUR 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 6.1 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35 5.6 SNOW — — —
CADILAC WEST SMT DNR358 5.3 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 5.2 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 5.1 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CABERFAE WAY SPUR 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 4.8 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WARD HILL SMT TIMBER CK DNR325 4.6 SNOW — — —
UDELL AREA SMT DNR606 4.6 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 4.3 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MACKENZIE MOUNTAIN BIKE 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE X COUNTY SKI 3.8 SNOW — — —
BIG M - CATAMOUNT 3.7 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - CATAMOUNT 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - ROAD MONKEY 3.6 SNOW — — —
BIG M - ROAD MONKEY 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - BULLWACKER 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - BULLWACKER 3.5 SNOW — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 3.5 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 1 3.5 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 1 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 3.3 SNOW — — —
MESICK ROUTE SMT DNR379 3.3 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 3.2 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 3.1 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CABERFAE SMT DNR376 3.0 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 2.9 SNOW — — —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BIG M - SHANTY BOY 2.6 SNOW — — —
BIG M - SHANTY BOY 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MARZINSKI HORSE TRAIL 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MANISTEE SMT DNR 617 2.5 SNOW — — —
BIG M - SWEDISH FIDDLE-PRT 2.4 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - SWEDISH FIDDLE 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35 2.4 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 2.3 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 2.3 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 2.2 SNOW — — —
BIG M - LUMBERJACK 2.2 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - LUMBERJACK 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR638 2.2 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BIG M - OH ME 2 2.1 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - OH ME 2 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
WARD SMT SPUR DNR340 2.1 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 2.0 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.9 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.9 SNOW — — —
BIG M - DOUBLE BIT 1.9 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - DOUBLE BIT 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - SKY PILOT 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - SKY PILOT 1.9 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.9 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 1.9 SNOW — — —
BIG M - CAMP 24 1.8 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - CAMP 24 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.8 SNOW — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 1.8 SNOW — — —
WEXFORD SMT DNR667 1.6 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.6 SNOW — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 1.6 SNOW — — —
BIG M - BINDLE STIFF 1.6 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - BINDLE STIFF 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MARZINSKI HORSE TRAIL 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MARZINSKI HORSE TRAIL 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 1.5 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS SMT CUTACROSS DNR36 1.4 SNOW — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 1.4 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 1.4 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.3 SNOW — — —
BIG M - GABRIEL'S HORN 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - GABRIEL'S HORN 1.3 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR602 1.3 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 1.3 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 1.3 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR602 1.3 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BIG M X COUNTRY SKI CORKPINE 1.2 SNOW — — —
BIG M MOUNTAIN BIKE CORKPINE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35 1.2 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WEST SMT DNR637 1.2 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OLD GRADE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NCT MARILLA TRAILHEAD SPUR 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 1.1 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.1 SNOW — — —
NCT BEARTRACK CAMPGROUND SPUR 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.1 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR--- 1.0 SNOW — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 1.0 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WEST SMT DNR637 1.0 SNOW — — —
WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35 1.0 SNOW — — —
WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35 1.0 SNOW — — —
BIG M - BIG WHEEL 1.0 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - BIG WHEEL 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M BIKE - BARBER CHAIR 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - BARBER CHAIR 0.9 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.9 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR602 0.9 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR362 0.8 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MAN.RV. RED BDG SPUR-NCT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BIG M - THE FIRETOWER 0.8 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - THE FIRETOWER-PRT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
WARD AREA SMT DNR340 0.8 SNOW — — —
BIG M - RYBERG ROAD 0.8 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - RYBERG ROAD 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 0.8 SNOW — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 0.7 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.7 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.7 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.7 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR36 0.7 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.7 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.7 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.7 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 8 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 8 0.7 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR345 0.7 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.6 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.6 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WARD SMT SPUR DNR340 0.6 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.6 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 4 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 4 0.6 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 7 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 7 0.6 SNOW — — —
BIG M - CHEAT STICK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - CHEAT STICK 0.5 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.5 SNOW — — —
WARD SMT SPUR DNR340 0.5 SNOW — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 0.5 SNOW — — —
MAN. RV- SUSPENSION BRDG SPUR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WARD HILLS SMT CUTACROSS DNR36 0.5 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.5 SNOW — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 0.5 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.5 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR602 0.5 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.4 SNOW — — —
WARD SMT SPUR DNR340 0.4 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.4 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS SMT POWERLINE DNR35 0.4 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR345 0.4 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.4 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT DNR37 0.4 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.4 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.4 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CABERFAE WAY SMT BRISTOL DNR37 0.3 SNOW — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 0.3 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.3 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.3 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35 0.3 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.3 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.3 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.3 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.3 SNOW — — —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR36 0.3 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 0.3 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.3 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 9 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR36 0.3 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 5 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 5 0.3 SNOW — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 0.2 SNOW — — —
OLD GRADE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.2 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.2 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35 0.2 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.2 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.2 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.2 SNOW — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.2 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.2 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.2 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 6 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 6 0.2 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR345 0.2 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.2 SNOW — — —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR362 0.2 SNOW — — —
BIG M BIKE - CAPPERS PEAK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - CAPPERS PEAK 0.2 SNOW — — —
MAN.RV. RED BDG SPUR-NCT 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.2 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR602 0.2 SNOW — — —
WARD AREA SMT DNR340 0.2 SNOW — — —
WARD AREA SMT DNR340 0.1 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-CADILLACW SMT DNR35 0.1 SNOW — — —
BIG M - SIDE TRAIL 0.1 SNOW — — —
BIG M - SIDE TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR 614 CUTOFF 0.1 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.1 SNOW — — —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.1 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 9 0.1 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 3 0.1 SNOW — — —
NCT TIMBER CK CAMPGROUND SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 3 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 9 0.1 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.1 SNOW — — —
BIG M - CUT ACROSS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
BIG M - CUT ACROSS 0.1 SNOW — — —
BIG M - CROSS OVER 0.1 SNOW — — —
BIG M - CROSS OVER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
NCT UPPER MANISTEE R. TH SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR6 0.1 SNOW — — —
MANISTEE SMT SPUR1 DNR6 0.1 SNOW — — —
WARD SMT TRIANGLE 0.1 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR345 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 9 0.1 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.1 SNOW — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 2 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MACKENZIE XSKI SPUR 2 0.1 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR362 0.0 SNOW — — —
CABERFAE SMT DNR376 0.0 SNOW — — —
MAN.RV. RED BDG SPUR-NCT 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
UDELL HILLS SMT DNR614 0.0 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANISTEE SMT DNR 617 0.0 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.0 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.0 SNOW — — —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCT - CAD/MAN 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MACKENZIE BIKE SPUR 3 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —

Museums in Mesick

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HARRIETTA HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PARADISE & MAYFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Mesick

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
INTERLOCHEN PUBLIC LIBRARY9700 RILEY ROAD0.060,890
BETSIE VALLEY DISTRICT LIBRARY14731 THOMPSON AVENUE0.05,785

Farmers Markets in Mesick

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kingsley Market Brownson Memorial Park

Restaurants in Mesick

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Spark's Restaurant

Gas Stations in Mesick

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Shell

Golf Courses in Mesick

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Antioch Hills Golf Club

Pharmacies in Mesick

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
MESICK PHARMACY 112 MESICK AVENUE 231-885-1751

EV Charging Stations in Mesick

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
6052 M-1156052 M-115EV Connect4J1772COMBOpublic

Cell Towers in Mesick

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
4272 SOUTH ELEVEN (94584)GTOWER343
4272 SOUTH ELEVEN (94584)GTOWER343
Buckley Cell Site 310M-37 SouthTOWER106
8700 Schell Road (107708)LTOWER96
8700 Schell Road (107708)LTOWER96

Fire Stations in Mesick

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Springville Township Fire Department4785 N M-37Volunteer231-885-2729

Power Plants Near Mesick

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
HODENPYLCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-85.8OP

Bridges in Mesick

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19491806,975F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19341205,896F
CulvertConcrete1994225,896F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1986132540F

Amtrak Stations in Mesick

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Kingsley, MI119 East Main Street (Hwy 113)BUS

Airports Near Mesick

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cherry Capital AirportTVCMedium Airport
Acme Skyport—Small Airport
Antrim County AirportACBSmall Airport
Baldwin Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Deer Lake Airpark—Small Airport
Doss Field—Small Airport
Dune Bird Airport—Small Airport
Eagles Landing Airport—Small Airport
East Jordan City Airport—Small Airport
Evad Enterprises LLC Airport—Small Airport
Evart Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Forrest River Airport—Small Airport
Frankfort Dow Memorial Field—Small Airport
Green Lake Airport—Small Airport
Home Acres Sky Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Kalkaska City Airport—Small Airport
Lake Ann Airway Estates Airport—Small Airport
Mancelona Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Manistee County Blacker AirportMBLSmall Airport
Mason County AirportLDMSmall Airport
Miller-Herrold Airport—Small Airport
Moorestown Airpark—Small Airport
Nartron Field—Small Airport
Ojibwa Airpark—Small Airport
Roben Hood AirportWBRSmall Airport
Scott Airstrip—Small Airport
Tannehill Airfield—Small Airport
Thompsonville Airport—Small Airport
Torchport Airport—Small Airport
Wexford County AirportCADSmall Airport
William B Bolton Airport—Small Airport
Yuba Airport—Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Mesick

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 20152Other6430 W M-115 Hwy
Family Dollar 7044Other116 N Clark St
Mesick MarketGrocery Store118 W Mesick Ave
The Hodenpyle Dam StoreConvenience Store10522 N Hodenpyle Dam Rd

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mesick

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ANTIOCH BIBLE CHURCHPO BOX 552
CARLO FABBRINI MINISTRIES7376 CHAPEL VIEW CIR
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 603
MESICK FREE METHODIST CHURCH154 E HENRY ST
MESICK UNITED METHODIST CHURCHPO BOX 337
MINAR BIBLE CHURCHPO BOX 762

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mesick

What is the population of Mesick?

Mesick has a population of 416 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 313 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.9% female and 48.1% male.

Is Mesick expensive to live in?

Mesick has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $31,250, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $77,900 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,214 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mesick safe?

The violent crime rate in Mesick is 565 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,304 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Mesick receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mesick?

Mesick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches, with 119.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Mesick?

Mesick has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,007. There are 895 business establishments in the area, including 90 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 9.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mesick?

The median home value in Mesick is $77,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,677. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,214. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 55.6%. The average annual property tax is $4,662.

How are the schools in Mesick?

Schools in Mesick score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.6% of adults in Mesick hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mesick?

The obesity rate in Mesick is 41.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.2% of adults are smokers. 28.3% are physically inactive. 30.7% of residents report depression. 9.6% lack health insurance. 81.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,169.

What is transportation like in Mesick?

The average commute in Mesick is 25 minutes. 61.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mesick?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mesick is 92.5% White, 2.6% Hispanic or Latino. 99.2% of residents speak only English at home. 10.0% of the population are military veterans. 23.3% of residents have a disability. 94.6% have health insurance coverage.

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