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Millersburg, MI

Michigan

Millersburg is a small town in Michigan with a population of 196. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
196 Population 198/sq mi density
$54,375 Median Income $19,838 per capita
$79,200 Home Value $204,881 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$54,375 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,200 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,200
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.3%
72% higher than US avg

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

People

Population196
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density198/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$19,838
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty21.3%
County GDP$310M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,881
Housing Units93
Rent Burden36.9%

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking19.5%
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation805 ft (245 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+82.0%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute38 min
Broadband70.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Millersburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millersburg receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Millersburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Millersburg is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 21.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millersburg is $79,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Millersburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches, including 86.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Millersburg has a population of 196 with a density of 198 people per square mile. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 3.6% Black.

Population

196
Total Population
198
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Millersburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Millersburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millersburg is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Millersburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,375
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,838
Avg Weekly Wage$795
IRS Avg AGI$50,653

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.3%
72% above US avg
Establishments (County)231
County GDP$310M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare14
Retail38
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.8 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Millersburg is $79,200, 72% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,881.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,200
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$204,881

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden36.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Rate5.18%
In Millersburg, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 30.7% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma12.4%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression30.7%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death11,676/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access16.5%
Healthcare Facilities14
Millersburg has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall86.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation805 ft (245 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density198/sq mi
Coordinates45.3341°N, 84.0607°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.3-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 45.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+82.0%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density198/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants26
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.8 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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