Median Income
$57,663
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$169,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$899
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.2%
18% lower than US avg
How Mount Clemens Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population15,567
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density3,806/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Economy
B+
Median Income$57,663
Per Capita$33,527
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$54,177M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$169,000
Rent$899
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$174,135
Health
Obesity41.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Elevation611 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+88.5%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute26 min
Libraries26
Is Mount Clemens a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mount Clemens receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mount Clemens offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mount Clemens is $57,663, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mount Clemens is $169,000, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $899 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Mount Clemens experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches, including 32.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Mount Clemens has a population of 15,567 with a density of 3,806 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.8%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 22.7% Black.
Population
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Mount Clemens vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Mount Clemens vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Mount Clemens is $57,663, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Mount Clemens vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,663 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,527 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,366 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,437 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% |
| 18% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 19,678 |
| County GDP | $54,177M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,797 |
| Healthcare | 2,734 |
| Retail | 2,687 |
| Manufacturing | 1,515 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,390 |
| 54% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.19% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
The median home value in Mount Clemens is $169,000, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $899 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,135.
Home Values
| Census Median | $169,000 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $174,135 |
| Median List Price | $229,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $229,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $131 |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 25.9% |
| Inventory | 27 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $899 |
| 23% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,390 |
| 54% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.19% |
In Mount Clemens, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mount Clemens vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.5% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.1% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.2% |
| Depression | 27.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,360/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,734 |
Crime Rates: Mount Clemens vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 55 |
Safety Score
Mount Clemens has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.0 inches |
| 8% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 32.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 611 ft (186 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,806/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5981°N, 82.8815°W |
| County FIPS | 26099 |