North Adams, MI

Michigan

North Adams is a small town in Michigan with a population of 480. Residents earn $54,250 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
480 Population 906/sq mi density
$54,250 Median Income $26,444 per capita
$99,000 Home Value $169,712 Zillow
$990 Median Rent 14.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,250 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,000 home value, $990/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,250
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $990
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

How North Adams Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population480
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density906/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans13.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,250
Per Capita$26,444
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$2,202M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,000
Rent$990
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,712
Housing Units223
Rent Burden14.0%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking18.4%
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,193 ft (364 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+88.3%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute27 min
Broadband89.5%
Libraries9

Is North Adams a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Adams receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. North Adams offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Adams is $54,250, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Adams is $99,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $990 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

North Adams 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 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

North Adams has a population of 480 with a density of 906 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

480
Total Population
906
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

North Adams vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Adams vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Adams is $54,250, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: North Adams vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,250
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,444
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$58,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$2,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare81
Retail123
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in North Adams is $99,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $990 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,712.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,712

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$990
15% below US avg
Rent Burden14.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.8%
Housing Units223
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Rate4.09%
In North Adams, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 30.2% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Adams vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits66.9%
Premature Death8,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities81
North Adams 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 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 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 Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,193 ft (364 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density906/sq mi
Coordinates41.9707°N, 84.5252°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin. 89.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+88.3%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density906/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants71
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

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