Michigan
Newberry is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,453. Residents earn $49,758 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Newberry receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Newberry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Newberry is $49,758, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Newberry is $65,800, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $939 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Newberry has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 97.0% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.0% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,758 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,566 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $920 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,575 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.4% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 180 |
| County GDP | $210M |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,775 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.22% |
| Commute Time | 14.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
| Census Median | $65,800 |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $113,064 |
| Census Median Rent | $939 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,775 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.22% |
| Obesity | 41.7% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.9% |
| Asthma | 12.7% |
| COPD | 9.7% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.8% |
| Depression | 30.8% |
| Mental Distress | 21.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,279/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 41.9°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 33.8 inches |
| 11% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 778 ft (237 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,483/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.3538°N, 85.5098°W |
| County FIPS | 26095 |
Winner: Republican by 46.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 1,483/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Retail Stores | 30 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 14.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |