Michigan
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.
Based on current data, Mesick receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mesick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
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.
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.
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 5.2/10.
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. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 119.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $31,250 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $15,911 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,007 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,837 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 33.3% |
| 169% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 895 |
| County GDP | $1,744M |
| Restaurants | 90 |
| Healthcare | 112 |
| Retail | 176 |
| Manufacturing | 50 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,662 |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.98% |
| Commute Time | 25.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 61.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
| Census Median | $77,900 |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $199,677 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,214 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 38.3% |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,662 |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.98% |
| Obesity | 41.3% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.3% |
| Asthma | 12.7% |
| COPD | 10.2% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 30.7% |
| Mental Distress | 22.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,389/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 112 |
| Annual Average | 44.2°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.1 inches |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 119.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 913 ft (278 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 313/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4041°N, 85.7173°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County FIPS | 26165 |
Winner: Republican by 34.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.6% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 313/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 82.5% |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 112 |
| Restaurants | 90 |
| Retail Stores | 176 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 25.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 61.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |