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Montgomery, MI

Michigan

Montgomery is a small town in Michigan with a population of 318. Residents earn $54,000 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
318 Population 318/sq mi density
$54,000 Median Income $22,642 per capita
$93,100 Home Value $181,792 Zillow
$1,175 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$54,000 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,100 home value, $1,175/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,000
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,100
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,175
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population318
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density318/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,000
Per Capita$22,642
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$2,202M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,100
Rent$1,175
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,792
Housing Units129
Rent Burden22.1%

Health

Obesity43.2%
Uninsured11.6%
Smoking27.3%
Depression34.2%
Heart Disease8.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,036 ft (316 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute26 min
Broadband72.8%
Libraries9

Is Montgomery a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montgomery receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, high obesity rates. Montgomery offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montgomery is $54,000, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montgomery is $93,100, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,175 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Montgomery experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Montgomery has a population of 318 with a density of 318 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 5% Hispanic.

Population

318
Total Population
318
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%
Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Montgomery vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Montgomery vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montgomery is $54,000, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Montgomery vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,000
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,642
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$58,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$2,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare81
Retail123
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Montgomery is $93,100, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,175 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,792.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,100
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$181,792

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,175
1% above US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.4%
Housing Units129
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Rate4.35%
In Montgomery, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.6% of residents lack health insurance. 27.3% are current smokers. 34.2% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease8.8%
High Blood Pressure39.6%
Asthma13.3%
COPD13.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.3%
95% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression34.2%
Mental Distress24.6%
Physical Distress19.9%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Uninsured11.6%
35% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death8,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities81
Montgomery has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 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 Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,036 ft (316 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density318/sq mi
Coordinates41.7760°N, 84.8090°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin. 72.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density318/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.8%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants71
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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