Mio, MI

Michigan

Mio is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,504. Residents earn $47,578 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,504 Population 180/sq mi density
$47,578 Median Income $25,315 per capita
$96,600 Home Value $123,210 Zillow
$545 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$47,578 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,600 home value, $545/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,578
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,600
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $545
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,504
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density180/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,578
Per Capita$25,315
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$283M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,600
Rent$545
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$123,210

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.4%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation967 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute32 min
Libraries2

Is Mio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mio receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mio offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mio is $47,578, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mio is $96,600, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $545 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Mio has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Mio has a population of 1,504 with a density of 180 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

1,504
Total Population
180
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
8.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mio is $47,578, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Mio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,578
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,315
Avg Weekly Wage$775
IRS Avg AGI$50,905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)198
County GDP$283M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare18
Retail35
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,150
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Mio is $96,600, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $545 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,210.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,600
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$123,210

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$545
53% 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-Occupied76.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,150
10% below US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In Mio, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.4% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma12.7%
COPD10.7%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression31.4%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death12,362/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access87.7%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Mio has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation967 ft (295 m)
Area8.4 sq mi (21.7 km²)
Population Density180/sq mi
Coordinates44.6623°N, 84.1460°W
County FIPS26135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27.2%

Winner: Republican by 44.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density180/sq mi
Total Area8.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants15
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Work from Home11.5%

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