Indiana · Metropolitan Area
Michigan City is a mid-size city in Indiana with a population of 31,894. Residents earn $52,979 per year, which is 30% below the national average.
Based on current data, Michigan City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Michigan City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Michigan City is $52,979, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Michigan City is $129,000, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Michigan City is below the national average at 317 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,386 per 100,000, 124% above the national average.
18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Michigan City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 65.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $52,979 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,518 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,096 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,573 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,096 |
| County GDP | $9,718M |
| Restaurants | 391 |
| Healthcare | 432 |
| Retail | 544 |
| Manufacturing | 268 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,061 |
| 102% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.47% |
| Commute Time | 22.0 min |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |
| Census Median | $129,000 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $181,615 |
| Median List Price | $220,000 |
| Median List Price | $220,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $159 |
| Homes Sold | 12 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.8% |
| Price Drops | 27.9% |
| Inventory | 79 |
| Census Median Rent | $915 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,196 |
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,061 |
| 102% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.47% |
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.1% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.1% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,398/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 432 |
| Total Violent | 317.4/100K |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Murder | 9.5/100K |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Rape | 19.0/100K |
| Robbery | 180.9/100K |
| Assault | 107.9/100K |
| Total Property | 4,386.2/100K |
| 124% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 530.0/100K |
| Theft | 3,637.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 219.0/100K |
| Arson | 19.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.6 inches |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 65.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 646 ft (197 m) |
| Area | 20.6 sq mi (53.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,546/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7088°N, 86.8669°W |
| County FIPS | 26021 |
Winner: Republican by 7.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.8% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.3% |
| School Test Score | 6.01 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,546/sq mi |
| Total Area | 20.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 10 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 13 |
| Public Libraries | 14 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 432 |
| Restaurants | 391 |
| Retail Stores | 544 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 22.0 min |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |