Millers Lake, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Millers Lake is a small town in Michigan with a population of 505. Residents earn $68,068 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
505 Population 334/sq mi density
$68,068 Median Income $22,031 per capita
$216,000 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$68,068 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$216,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
59.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,068
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $216,000
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 59.5%
77% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.5%
114% higher than US avg

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

People

Population505
Median Age14.8 yrs
Density334/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,068
Per Capita$22,031
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.5%
County GDP$3,258M
Commute60 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$216,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units299

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking17.6%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation775 ft (236 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+59.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute60 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries13

Is Millers Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millers Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Millers Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Millers Lake is $68,068, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 60 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millers Lake is $216,000, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Millers Lake is a highly educated community — 59.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Millers Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Millers Lake has a population of 505 with a density of 334 people per square mile. The median age is 14.8 years, 62% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

505
Total Population
334
People / sq mi
14.8yrs
Median Age
62% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Millers Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Millers Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millers Lake is $68,068, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 60 minutes.

Income: Millers Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,068
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,031
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$68,575

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.5%
114% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,724
County GDP$3,258M

Business (County)

Restaurants141
Healthcare207
Retail244
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,567
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time59.6 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit29.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Millers Lake is $216,000, 23% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$216,000
23% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$319
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units299
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,567
30% above US avg
Effective Rate2.11%
In Millers Lake, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Millers Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.2%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits65.3%
Premature Death8,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities207
Millers Lake has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation775 ft (236 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density334/sq mi
Coordinates43.1845°N, 83.3262°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26087
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 59.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.3%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+59.5%
77% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density334/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities207
Restaurants141
Retail Stores244

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute59.6 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit29.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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