New Baltimore, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

New Baltimore is a small city in Michigan with a population of 12,060. Residents earn $97,027 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
12,060 Population 2,622/sq mi density
$97,027 Median Income $42,683 per capita
$309,800 Home Value $348,980 Zillow
$1,081 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
57 Violent Crime/100K 825 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$97,027 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$309,800 home value, $1,081/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
57 violent crimes/100K (85% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,027
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $309,800
10% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 57/100K
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,081
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,060
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density2,622/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,027
Per Capita$42,683
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$54,177M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$309,800
Rent$1,081
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$348,980

Crime

F
Violent57/100K
Property825/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault41/100K
Burglary139/100K

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Elevation585 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute31 min
EV Stations2
Libraries26

Is New Baltimore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Baltimore receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. New Baltimore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Baltimore is $97,027, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Baltimore is $309,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,081 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

New Baltimore is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 57 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 825 per 100,000, 58% below the national average.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

New Baltimore 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.

New Baltimore has a population of 12,060 with a density of 2,622 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 2% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

12,060
Total Population
2,622
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

New Baltimore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Baltimore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Baltimore is $97,027, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: New Baltimore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,027
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,683
Avg Weekly Wage$1,366
IRS Avg AGI$69,437

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% 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 Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New Baltimore is $309,800, 10% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,081 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $348,980.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$309,800
10% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$348,980
Median List Price$365,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$365,000
$/Sq Ft$191
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio100.7%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,081
7% 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-Occupied82.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,390
54% above US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In New Baltimore, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Baltimore vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death8,360/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access96.8%
Healthcare Facilities2,734
New Baltimore has a violent crime rate of 57 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 825 per 100,000 (58% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: New Baltimore vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent57.2/100K
85% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape16.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault40.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property824.9/100K
58% below US avg
Burglary138.8/100K
Theft661.6/100K
Vehicle Theft24.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)55

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
New Baltimore 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

Elevation585 ft (178 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²)
Population Density2,622/sq mi
Coordinates42.6853°N, 82.7376°W
County FIPS26099
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% 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+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,622/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries26
Healthcare Facilities2,734
Restaurants1,797
Retail Stores2,687

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)55
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Work from Home9.9%

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