Middleville, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Middleville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 4,327. Residents earn $71,417 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
4,327 Population 1,773/sq mi density
$71,417 Median Income $35,132 per capita
$209,000 Home Value $346,270 Zillow
$1,127 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,417 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$209,000 home value, $1,127/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,417
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $209,000
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,127
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,327
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density1,773/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,417
Per Capita$35,132
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$2,346M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$209,000
Rent$1,127
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$346,270

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation734 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute31 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Middleville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middleville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Middleville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Middleville is $71,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middleville is $209,000, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Middleville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 68.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Middleville has a population of 4,327 with a density of 1,773 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

4,327
Total Population
1,773
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Middleville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Middleville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middleville is $71,417, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Middleville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,417
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,132
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$75,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,064
County GDP$2,346M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare91
Retail128
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,128
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Middleville is $209,000, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,127 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $346,270.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$209,000
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$346,270

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,127
3% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,128
75% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Middleville, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death6,873/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access58.1%
Healthcare Facilities91

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Middleville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall68.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation734 ft (224 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density1,773/sq mi
Coordinates42.7153°N, 85.4686°W
County FIPS26015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,773/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants76
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Work from Home11.3%

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