Mulliken, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Mulliken is a small town in Michigan with a population of 541. Residents earn $78,654 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
541 Population 520/sq mi density
$78,654 Median Income $35,307 per capita
$154,700 Home Value $232,589 Zillow
$1,188 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,654 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,700 home value, $1,188/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,654
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $154,700
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population541
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density520/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,654
Per Capita$35,307
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$7,448M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,700
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$232,589
Housing Units206
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking14.0%
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation867 ft (264 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+89.9%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute25 min
Broadband97.2%
Libraries10

Is Mulliken a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mulliken receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mulliken stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mulliken is $78,654, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mulliken is $154,700, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Mulliken experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches, including 38.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Mulliken has a population of 541 with a density of 520 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 3.1% Black.

Population

541
Total Population
520
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mulliken vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mulliken vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mulliken is $78,654, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Mulliken vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,654
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,307
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$68,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,107
County GDP$7,448M

Business (County)

Restaurants224
Healthcare234
Retail311
Manufacturing104

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,244
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone80.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Mulliken is $154,700, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,589.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,700
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$232,589

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$129
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,188
2% above US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.4%
Housing Units206
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,244
50% above US avg
Effective Rate3.39%
In Mulliken, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 29.1% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits71.1%
Premature Death7,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities234
Mulliken has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.8 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall38.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation867 ft (264 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density520/sq mi
Coordinates42.7630°N, 84.8964°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin. 97.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.8%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+89.9%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density520/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.2%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants224
Retail Stores311

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone80.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

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