Mount Clemens, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Mount Clemens is a small city in Michigan with a population of 15,567. Residents earn $57,663 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
15,567 Population 3,806/sq mi density
$57,663 Median Income $33,527 per capita
$169,000 Home Value $174,135 Zillow
$899 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$57,663 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $899/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

15,567
Total Population
3,806
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Clemens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
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.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)19,678
County GDP$54,177M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,797
Healthcare2,734
Retail2,687
Manufacturing1,515

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,390
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

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 Value Sources

Ownership Split

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 Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops25.9%
Inventory27

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

Owner-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,390
54% above US avg
Effective Rate3.19%
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

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death8,360/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access96.8%
Healthcare Facilities2,734

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall32.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation611 ft (186 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density3,806/sq mi
Coordinates42.5981°N, 82.8815°W
County FIPS26099
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 13.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,806/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries26
Healthcare Facilities2,734
Restaurants1,797
Retail Stores2,687

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)55

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home6.5%

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