Millburg, MI

Michigan

Millburg is a small town in Michigan with a population of 437. Residents earn $62,708 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
437 Population 241/sq mi density
$62,708 Median Income $34,824 per capita
$100,800 Home Value
$1,297 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$62,708 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,800 home value, $1,297/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,708
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,800
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,297
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population437
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density241/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,708
Per Capita$34,824
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$3,313M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,800
Rent$1,297
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units256
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking17.8%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation681 ft (208 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+85.1%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute24 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries11

Is Millburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millburg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Millburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Millburg is $62,708, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millburg is $100,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,297 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Millburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 77.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Millburg has a population of 437 with a density of 241 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 6.2% Black.

Population

437
Total Population
241
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Millburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Millburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millburg is $62,708, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Millburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,708
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,824
Avg Weekly Wage$986
IRS Avg AGI$64,208

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,643
County GDP$3,313M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare123
Retail254
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,255
79% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Millburg is $100,800, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,297 (12% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,800
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,297
12% above US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.5%
Housing Units256
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,255
79% above US avg
Effective Rate6.21%
In Millburg, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits58.8%
Premature Death9,267/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access59.9%
Healthcare Facilities123
Millburg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall77.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation681 ft (208 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density241/sq mi
Coordinates42.1268°N, 86.3447°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26159
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.1-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+85.1%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density241/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities123
Restaurants164
Retail Stores254

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.1%

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