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Minden City, MI

Michigan

Minden City is a small town in Michigan with a population of 182. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
182 Population 184/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $28,702 per capita
$88,600 Home Value $177,195 Zillow
$840 Median Rent 42.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,600 home value, $840/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,600
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.7%
75% higher than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density184/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$28,702
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,600
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,195
Housing Units122
Rent Burden42.0%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking18.9%
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation822 ft (251 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute38 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries6

Is Minden City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minden City receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Minden City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Minden City is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.7% 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 Minden City is $88,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Minden City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Minden City has a population of 182 with a density of 184 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

182
Total Population
184
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Minden City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Minden City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minden City is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Minden City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,702
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$60,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.7%
75% above US avg
Establishments (County)999
County GDP$2,158M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare101
Retail130
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,733
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.1 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Minden City is $88,600, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,195.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,600
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,195

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden42.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.8%
Housing Units122
Median Year Built1942

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,733
35% above US avg
Effective Rate5.34%
In Minden City, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 30.3% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Minden City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression30.3%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits68.2%
Premature Death7,757/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities101
Minden City has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall47.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation822 ft (251 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density184/sq mi
Coordinates43.6747°N, 82.7728°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.6-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density184/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants93
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.1 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

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