Muir, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Muir is a small town in Michigan with a population of 637. Residents earn $51,667 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
637 Population 897/sq mi density
$51,667 Median Income $25,082 per capita
$132,200 Home Value $230,599 Zillow
$543 Median Rent 26.1% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$51,667 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,200 home value, $543/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,200
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $543
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population637
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density897/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$25,082
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$3,168M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,200
Rent$543
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$230,599
Housing Units252
Rent Burden26.1%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.8%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation683 ft (208 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+88.9%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute27 min
Broadband82.7%
Libraries6

Is Muir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muir 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Muir offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Muir is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Muir is $132,200, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $543 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Muir experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 50.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Muir has a population of 637 with a density of 897 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%).

Population

637
Total Population
897
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Muir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Muir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muir is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Muir vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,667
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,082
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$84,741

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,464
County GDP$3,168M

Business (County)

Restaurants99
Healthcare131
Retail177
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,237
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Muir is $132,200, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $543 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,599.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,200
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$230,599

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$123
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.2%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$543
53% below US avg
Rent Burden26.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.5%
Housing Units252
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,237
78% above US avg
Effective Rate4.72%
In Muir, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits69.6%
Premature Death5,260/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities131
Muir has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall50.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation683 ft (208 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density897/sq mi
Coordinates42.9984°N, 84.9352°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26037
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin. 82.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 44.9%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+88.9%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density897/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities131
Restaurants99
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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