New Era, MI
Michigan · Oceana County
New Era is a small town in Michigan with a population of 453. Residents earn $81,500 per year, which is 8% above the national average.
Data updated April 2026
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How New Era Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is New Era a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, New Era receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. New Era offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in New Era is $81,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in New Era is $172,200, 39% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $967 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
New Era is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 448 per 100,000, 77% below the national average.
Education
31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
New Era experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches, including 78.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
New Era vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
New Era vs U.S. Average
Income: New Era vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,500 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,530 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $878 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,589 |
| Gini Index | 0.405 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 567 |
| County GDP | $833M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 64 |
| Healthcare | 43 |
| Retail | 96 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,613 |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 96.20 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.26% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $172,200 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $232,222 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $967 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 18.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 94.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 94.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 5.6% |
| Housing Units | 187 |
| Median Year Built | 1960 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,613 |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.26% |
Health Metrics: New Era vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Cancer | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 18.1% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.3% |
| Depression | 29.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Short Sleep | 34.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.6% |
| Uninsured | 9.6% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,063 |
| Dentists | 1:3,372 |
| Mental Health | 1:2,075 |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Dental Visits | 60.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,787/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
Crime Rates: New Era vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 448.4/100K |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 448.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Traffic Accidents | 7 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.3 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.3°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 763 ft (233 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 539/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5596°N, 86.3472°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County | Oceana County County |
| Nearest Airport | Gerald R Ford International (GRR) 63 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 33.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 50.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 81.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 38°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.7 in |
New Era has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 23°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.5").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 30 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Traffic Accidents | 7 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.3 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.1% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 11.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.61 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 539/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| County | Oceana County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 88.8% |
| Avg Download Speed | 81.1 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 27.8 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
| Restaurants | 64 |
| Retail Stores | 96 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 23.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.3% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $241 ($144–$385) |
| Specialist Visit | $337 ($192–$529) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $192 ($96–$337) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,116 ($770–$4,810) |
| Dental Cleaning | $125 ($72–$192) |
| Dental Filling | $241 ($144–$385) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $43 ($24–$72) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $72 ($48–$115) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $289 ($144–$481) |
| Tire Rotation | $38 ($19–$72) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $577 ($385–$962) |
| Battery Replacement | $192 ($96–$337) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $96 ($58–$144) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $87 ($48–$135) |
| HVAC Repair | $385 ($144–$770) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,734 ($3,848–$11,544) |
| Roof Repair | $962 ($385–$1,924) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,658 ($5,291–$14,430) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,443 ($481–$3,367) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,430 ($4,810–$28,860) |
| DUI Defense | $4,810 ($1,924–$9,620) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,443 ($770–$2,886) |
| Will Preparation | $481 ($192–$962) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,405 ($962–$4,810) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $24 ($14–$43) |
| Women's Haircut | $53 ($29–$96) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $144 ($72–$241) |
| Manicure | $24 ($14–$43) |
| Pedicure | $38 ($24–$63) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $77 ($48–$125) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.94 ($2.89–$5.29) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.37 ($2.41–$4.81) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.66 ($2.41–$5.29) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.33 ($2.89–$6.25) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.29 ($3.85–$7.22) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.96 ($0.58–$1.73) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $135 ($77–$241) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $67 ($29–$144) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $67 ($38–$115) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $67 ($38–$96) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $63 ($29–$96) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $82 ($48–$144) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $192 ($72–$481) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,924 ($1,154–$3,367) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $67 ($29–$125) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.70–$24) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $96 ($29–$241) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $29 ($14–$72) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,154 ($577–$2,405) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $962 ($481–$1,924) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $385 ($192–$673) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $48 ($24–$96) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $962 ($385–$2,405) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,025 ($4,810–$28,860) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $58 ($29–$96) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $96 ($48–$192) |
| Dog Grooming | $58 ($29–$96) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $38 ($19–$72) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $289 ($144–$481) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $192 ($96–$385) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $646 |
| Toddler | $646 |
| Preschool | $620 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $674 |
| Toddler | $674 |
| Preschool | $617 |
Top Industries in Oceana County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 1,401 | 38 | $56,325 | 2.64 |
| Retail Trade | 1,096 | 87 | $36,539 | 1.70 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 754 | 64 | $23,709 | 1.28 |
| Construction | 298 | 62 | $56,295 | 0.88 |
| Wholesale Trade | 260 | 9 | $55,950 | 1.02 |
| Other Services | 142 | 34 | $30,161 | 0.73 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 126 | 17 | $25,169 | 1.16 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 96 | 25 | $49,786 | 0.21 |
| Finance & Insurance | 92 | 13 | $56,492 | 0.35 |
| Real Estate | 51 | 13 | $39,877 | 0.51 |
Schools in New Era
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Era Elementary School | Elementary | 160 | 11 | 14.5:1 |
Radio Stations near New Era
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 93.3 THE Q | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Muskegon Channel Radio | classic rock, hits 70's | MP3 320 kbps | |
| 106.9 The Q | pop, top 40 | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| The Q 99.7 | christian contemporary | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Campgrounds Near New Era
4 campgrounds found near New Era.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pines Point Campground (MI) | 4.5/5 | 5 | $30–$100 |
| BOWMAN BRIDGE | 4.3/5 | 17 | $30–$110 |
| NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND | 4.1/5 | 28 | $30 |
| GLEASONS LANDING | 3.9/5 | 6 | $30–$90 |
National Parks Near New Era
15 national parks and monuments found near New Era.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Bakale Wildlife Unit | State Park | Free |
| Duck Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Grand Haven State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hidden Cove Park | State Park | Free |
| Hoffmaster State Park (P.J. Hoffmaster) | State Park | Free |
| Holland State Park (Ottawa Beach) | State Park | Free |
| Ludington State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mears State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mitchell State Park | State Park | Free |
| Muskegon State Park | State Park | Free |
| Newaygo State Park (leased from Consumer's Energy) | State Park | Free |
| Orchard Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Saugatuck Dunes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Silver Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| White Pine Trail State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near New Era
218+ trails found near New Era.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL | 25.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL | 22.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL | 17.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 15.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 11.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCT - LITTLE O SPUR | 10.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR35 | 9.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 8.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 7.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCT - LITTLE O SPUR | 6.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 5.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 5.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCT - 7 MILE ATV LOOP | 5.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 4.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 4.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WARD HILL SMT TIMBER CK DNR325 | 4.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 4.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 4.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 4.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 4.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 4.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 | 4.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 3.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCT - BIG O SPUR | 3.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 3.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 3.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCT - BIG O SPUR | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 2.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCT - BIG O SPUR | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 2.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CRYSTAL VALLEY SKI TRAIL LOOP3 | 2.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CRYSTAL VALLEY SKI TRAIL LOOP2 | 2.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35 | 2.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCT - BIG O SPUR | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 2.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 2.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 | 2.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WARD SMT SPUR DNR340 | 2.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 2.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 | 1.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 1.9 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CRYSTAL VALLEY SKI TRAIL LOOP4 | 1.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| BOWMAN LAKE | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 1.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 1.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 | 1.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR191 | 1.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCT - BIG O SPUR | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR191 | 1.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| CRYSTAL VALLEY SKI TRAIL LOOP1 | 1.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 1.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 1.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 1.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35 | 1.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 1.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 1.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 1.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 1.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35 | 1.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35 | 1.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 | 1.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 1.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR362 | 0.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR191 | 0.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WARD AREA SMT DNR340 | 0.8 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO SMT SPUR1 DNR3 | 0.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.7 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 0.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WARD SMT SPUR DNR340 | 0.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 | 0.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 0.6 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NCT HIGHBANKS CAMPGROUND SPUR | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WARD SMT SPUR DNR340 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 | 0.5 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WARD SMT SPUR DNR340 | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WARD HILLS SMT POWERLINE DNR35 | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NCT BOWMAN CAMPGROUND SPUR | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.4 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCT - BIG O SPUR | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 | 0.3 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCT - BIG O SPUR | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR362 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 0.2 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WARD AREA SMT DNR340 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NCT NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCT - BIG O SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NCT BOWMAN LAKE SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NCT TIMBER CK CAMPGROUND SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NCT NICHOLS LAKE NORTH SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WARD SMT TRIANGLE | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NCT 76TH ST. TRAILHEAD SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.1 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCT - BIG O SPUR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCT - BIG O SPUR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCCT- BWC | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| OCEANA SMT DNR194 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 | 0.0 | SNOW | — | — | — |
| MCCT - BIG O SPUR | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
Historical Trends — New Era
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 441 | $48,625 |
| 2015 | 441 | $56,389 |
| 2017 | 439 | $61,429 |
| 2019 | 437 | $65,938 |
| 2021 | 465 | $68,750 |
| 2023 | 459 | $81,500 |
Museums in New Era
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCEANA COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 114 DRYDEN STREET | 2318732600 | $128,889 |
| MONTAGUE MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| PENTWATER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 85 SOUTH RUTLEDGE | ||
| WHITE LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| WHITE RIVER LIGHT STATION MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 2318948265 |
Libraries in New Era
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HART AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 415 SOUTH STATE STREET | 0.0 | 95,394 | |||
| SHELBY AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY | 189 MAPLE STREET | 0.0 | 85,000 | |||
| WHITE LAKE COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 3900 WHITE LAKE DRIVE | 0.0 | 77,567 | |||
| PENTWATER TOWNSHIP LIBRARY | 402 EAST PARK STREET | 0.0 | 24,207 | |||
| WALKERVILLE PUBLIC/SCHOOL LIBRARY | 145 EAST LATHROP | 0.0 | 1,293 |
Farmers Markets in New Era
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montague Farmers Market | 283 Church Street | ||||
| Pentwater Famers Market | 321 S. Hancock St. | 06/02/2014 to 09/01/2014 | Mon: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Thu: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit |
Restaurants in New Era
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in New Era
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in New Era
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in New Era
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in New Era
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in New Era
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fetch Brewing Co | Brewers | 100 W Colby St | 2312921048 | Visit |
| Murphy's Tavern | Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, American Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pub | 8848 80th Ave | 2318695294 |
Cell Towers in New Era
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 6037 NORTH 144TH AVE (127552) | GTOWER | 93 |
| 6037 NORTH 144TH AVE (127552) | GTOWER | 93 |
| 1198 88TH STREET (Shelby) | LTOWER | 89 |
| 1215 Benston Road (107719) | GTOWER | 81 |
| 1215 Benston Road (107719) | GTOWER | 81 |
| (New Whitehall) 1215 Benston Road | LTOWER | 81 |
| 2894 SOUTH 148TH AVENUE (122950) | LTOWER | 81 |
| 2894 SOUTH 148TH AVENUE (122950) | LTOWER | 81 |
| 160 SOUTH 24TH AVENUE (94819) | LTOWER | 81 |
| 160 SOUTH 24TH AVENUE (94819) | LTOWER | 81 |
Bridges in New Era
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1974 | 347 | 2,885 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1963 | 137 | 2,034 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2008 | 80 | 900 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1958 | 90 | 720 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1975 | 179 | 318 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1922 | 31 | 220 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1993 | 52 | 200 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1968 | 23 | 150 | F | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 1910 | 36 | 20 | F |
Airports Near New Era
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Muskegon County Airport | MKG | Medium Airport |
| Baldwin Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bellamy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cherry Field | — | Small Airport |
| De Witt Property Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dewind Field | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Evad Enterprises LLC Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying-A-Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fremont Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grand Haven Memorial Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Harry's Field | — | Small Airport |
| Hat Field | — | Small Airport |
| Jablonski Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Manistee County Blacker Airport | MBL | Small Airport |
| Mason County Airport | LDM | Small Airport |
| Midget Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mitch Veenstra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oceana County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ottawa Executive Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paul C. Miller-Sparta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Riverview Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Silver Lake Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tyrone Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Van Farowe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Weller Airport | — | Small Airport |
| White Cloud Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wilderness Airpark | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in New Era
3 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Oceana County Sheriff Department | ||
| Pentwater Police Department | ||
| Walkerville Police Department |
Grocery Stores in New Era
5 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Country Dairy Farm Store | Convenience Store | 3476 S 80th Ave |
| Dollar General 21995 | Other | 4121 S Oceana Dr |
| New Era AGO 57 | Convenience Store | 4061 S Oceana Dr |
| New Era Farmers Market | Farmers and Markets | 1820 Ray Ave |
| Wesco 17 | Convenience Store | 4667 1st St |
Post Offices in New Era
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| New Era Post Office | |
| New Era Post office |
Treatment Centers in New Era
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| West Michigan Community MH | Both | 800-992-2061 |
DOL Wage Violations in New Era
3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $9,119 in back wages owed to 8 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BURNETTE FOODS [OSHA] | — | Burnette Foods, Inc. | 49446 | Fruit and Vegetable Canning | 1 | $5,725 | $2,863 | 2 |
| McCormick Gas Station #5 | — | McCormick and Company | 49446 | — | 1 | $2,334 | $2,334 | 1 |
| Morat's Bakery | — | — | 49446 | — | 1 | $1,060 | $212 | 5 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in New Era
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NEW ERA BIBLE CHURCH | 2697 BLAIR AVE |
| NEW ERA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH | 1820 RAY AVE |
| NEW ERA REFORMED CHURCH | 4775 1ST ST |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH | 5631 W STONY LAKE RD |
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What is the population of New Era?
New Era has a population of 453 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 539 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.2% female and 46.8% male.
Is New Era expensive to live in?
New Era has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $81,500, 8% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $172,200 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $967 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is New Era safe?
New Era is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 448 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, New Era receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in New Era?
New Era has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches, with 78.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.
How is the job market in New Era?
The job market in New Era is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $878. There are 567 business establishments in the area, including 64 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 10.3% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in New Era?
The median home value in New Era is $172,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,222. For renters, the median monthly rent is $967. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 94.4%. The average annual property tax is $5,613.
How are the schools in New Era?
Schools in New Era have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 31.1% of adults in New Era hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. 11.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is New Era?
The obesity rate in New Era is 40.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.1% of adults are smokers. 27.3% are physically inactive. 29.2% of residents report depression. 9.6% lack health insurance. 85.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,063.
What is transportation like in New Era?
The average commute in New Era is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.3% work from home.
What are the demographics of New Era?
The racial and ethnic makeup of New Era is 92.3% White, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 95.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.4% speak Spanish. 9.8% of the population are military veterans. 12.2% of residents have a disability. 98.6% have health insurance coverage.
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