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New Lothrop, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

New Lothrop is a small town in Michigan with a population of 640. Residents earn $78,500 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
640 Population 736/sq mi density
$78,500 Median Income $38,935 per capita
$178,100 Home Value $232,393 Zillow
$750 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
48°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
4.3 / 5.0
$78,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,100 home value, $750/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,500
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $178,100
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population640
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density736/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,500
Per Capita$38,935
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$20,160M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,100
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$232,393
Housing Units284
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking16.1%
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation694 ft (212 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+87.9%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 51%
Commute34 min
Broadband88.2%
Libraries20

Is New Lothrop a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Lothrop 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, high health insurance coverage. New Lothrop stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Lothrop is $78,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Lothrop is $178,100, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

New Lothrop experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°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 32.9 inches, including 40.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

New Lothrop has a population of 640 with a density of 736 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

640
Total Population
736
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

New Lothrop vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Lothrop vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Lothrop is $78,500, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: New Lothrop vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,500
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,935
Avg Weekly Wage$1,073
IRS Avg AGI$61,557

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,296
County GDP$20,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants723
Healthcare1,373
Retail1,273
Manufacturing263

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,504
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in New Lothrop is $178,100, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,393.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,100
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$232,393

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.2%
Housing Units284
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,504
57% above US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In New Lothrop, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 29.7% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death12,112/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access85.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,373
New Lothrop has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall40.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation694 ft (212 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density736/sq mi
Coordinates43.1173°N, 83.9690°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26049
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.2-point margin. 88.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.2%
D 51.4%

Winner: Democrat by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+87.9%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density736/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.2%
Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities1,373
Restaurants723
Retail Stores1,273

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

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