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Nessen City, MI

Michigan

Nessen City is a small town in Michigan with a population of 115. Residents earn $59,375 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
115 Population 95/sq mi density
$59,375 Median Income $21,477 per capita
$122,500 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$59,375 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,500 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,375
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,500
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population115
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density95/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans91.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,375
Per Capita$21,477
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units47
Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking17.5%
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation871 ft (265 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute27 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries4

Is Nessen City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nessen City receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Nessen City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nessen City is $59,375, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nessen City is $122,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Nessen City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 101.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Nessen City has a population of 115 with a density of 95 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 8.7% Hispanic.

Population

115
Total Population
95
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Nessen City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nessen City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nessen City is $59,375, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Nessen City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,375
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,477
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$55,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)895
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare112
Retail176
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nessen City is $122,500, 57% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,500
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%
Housing Units47
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
In Nessen City, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 29.9% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Nessen City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,169
Dentists1:1,368
Mental Health1:316
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death10,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities112
Nessen City has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall101.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation871 ft (265 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates44.5206°N, 85.8719°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.6-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density95/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants90
Retail Stores176

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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