New Troy, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

New Troy is a small town in Michigan with a population of 379. Residents earn $60,250 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
379 Population 285/sq mi density
$60,250 Median Income $37,677 per capita
$174,400 Home Value
$975 Median Rent 25.3% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$60,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,400 home value, $975/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,250
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,400
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $975
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.6%
74% higher than US avg

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

People

Population379
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density285/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,250
Per Capita$37,677
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.6%
County GDP$9,718M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,400
Rent$975
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden25.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Elevation647 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute18 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries14

Is New Troy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Troy receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. New Troy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Troy is $60,250, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Troy is $174,400, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $975 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

New Troy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 65.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

New Troy has a population of 379 with a density of 285 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.5%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

379
Total Population
285
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

New Troy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Troy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Troy is $60,250, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: New Troy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,250
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,677
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$80,573

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.6%
74% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,096
County GDP$9,718M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare432
Retail544
Manufacturing268

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,061
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in New Troy is $174,400, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $975 (16% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,400
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$975
16% below US avg
Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,061
102% above US avg
Effective Rate4.05%
In New Troy, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma12.4%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death9,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access79.6%
Healthcare Facilities432

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

New Troy has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall65.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation647 ft (197 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density285/sq mi
Coordinates41.8818°N, 86.5424°W
County FIPS26021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 45.4%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density285/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities432
Restaurants391
Retail Stores544

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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