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North Branch, MI

Michigan · Lapeer County · Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metro

North Branch is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,199. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,199 Population 833/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $30,232 per capita
$121,400 Home Value $251,574 Zillow
$797 Median Rent 31.1% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,400 home value, $797/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,400
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $797
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,199
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density833/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$30,232
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$3,258M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,400
Rent$797
Ownership60.4%
Zillow$251,574
Housing Units495
Rent Burden31.1%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,162/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking17.2%
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation827 ft (252 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+86.7%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.38

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute34 min
Broadband78.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is North Branch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Branch receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. North Branch offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Branch is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.9% 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 North Branch is $121,400, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $797 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.

Safety & Crime

North Branch 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 1,162 per 100,000, 41% below the national average.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

North Branch experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°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 31.9 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

North Branch has a population of 1,199 with a density of 833 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.1% female and 44.9% male. The city is predominantly White (94.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.8% of residents. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 23.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,199
Total Population
833
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

North Branch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish 2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Branch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Branch is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,232 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $996, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,724 business establishments, including 141 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 6.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: North Branch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,232
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$68,575
Gini Index0.429 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,724
County GDP$3,258M

Business (County)

Restaurants141
Healthcare207
Retail244
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,567
30% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.1 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in North Branch is $121,400, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,574, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.8% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $797 (31% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 60.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 495 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1960. The average annual property tax is $4,567 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$251,574
Median List Price$116,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$116,000
$/Sq Ft$83
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$797
31% below US avg
Rent Burden31.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.4%
Owner-Occupied60.4%
Renter-Occupied39.6%
Housing Units495
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,567
30% above US avg
Effective Rate3.76%
In North Branch, 35.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 31.4% have high blood pressure. 17.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.0% report binge drinking. 24.8% are physically inactive. 28.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.2% experience frequent mental distress. 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,766. The dentist ratio is 1:1,850. 74.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,766
Dentists1:1,850
Mental Health1:614
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits66.2%
Premature Death8,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities207
North Branch has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,162 per 100,000, 41% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,065, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 97 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, North Branch receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: North Branch vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,161.7/100K
41% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft1,064.9/100K
Vehicle Theft96.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents4
Avg Accident Severity3.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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North Branch experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches. The area receives 34.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 827 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density833/sq mi
Coordinates43.2286°N, 83.1920°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
CountyLapeer County County
Nearest AirportBishop International (FNT)
30 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.9"
16% below US avg
Snowfall 34.4"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.14"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score66.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability28.3 / 100
Community Resilience75.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.5 on May 23, 2022.

Sep 2, 1994 5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan M3.5 124 km
Apr 20, 2018 Michigan M3.4 124 km
Feb 23, 2011 18 km NE of Leamington, Canada M3.0 135 km
May 14, 2017 18 km ENE of Leamington, Canada M2.6 137 km
Mar 8, 2010 7 km ENE of Grosse Ile, Michigan M2.5 119 km
May 23, 2022 2 km NNW of Corunna, Canada M2.5 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

288 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 140 fatalities, 1,560 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 8, 1953 EF5 55 km 116
Mar 20, 1976 EF4 81 km 1
May 8, 1964 EF4 69 km 11
Jul 4, 1957 EF4 90 km 0
May 12, 1956 EF4 47 km 3
Jun 8, 1953 EF4 9 km 0
May 21, 1953 EF4 59 km 2
Jul 2, 1997 EF3 43 km 0
Jul 2, 1997 EF3 35 km 1
Jun 21, 1996 EF3 47 km 0
Sep 14, 1990 EF3 86 km 0
Sep 2, 1984 EF3 34 km 0
Aug 8, 1984 EF3 48 km 0
Jun 12, 1984 EF3 71 km 0
May 2, 1983 EF3 89 km 0
Mar 20, 1976 EF3 62 km 1
Jul 14, 1974 EF3 35 km 0
Aug 2, 1972 EF3 81 km 0
Nov 20, 1957 EF3 92 km 1
Jun 8, 1953 EF3 83 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1952 LAKE HURON, MI Avalanche 1.5 m - 66 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.3 in
February 22°F (-5°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 2.1 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
July 71°F (22°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Wettest
October 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
November 38°F (4°C) 2.6 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.0 in

North Branch has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 22°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.1").

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North Branch is located in Lapeer County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 7.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.3% of the vote, a 39.8-point margin. 78.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 207 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.3%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents4
Avg Accident Severity3.3 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+86.7%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.38
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density833/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi
CountyLapeer County County

Services

Broadband Access78.2%
Avg Download Speed123.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed19.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities207
Restaurants141
Retail Stores244

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home6.3%
Average costs for common services in North Branch. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

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)
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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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
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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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
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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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$626
Toddler$645
Preschool$645
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$693
Toddler$693
Preschool$655
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lapeer County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 4,738 126 $59,165 2.62
Retail Trade 2,958 222 $36,455 1.35
Accommodation & Food Services 2,121 129 $21,115 1.06
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,895 158 $48,118 0.60
Construction 1,273 242 $72,080 1.10
Administrative & Waste Services 1,113 140 $47,736 0.86
Other Services 753 144 $42,459 1.14
Professional & Technical Services 524 122 $65,380 0.34
Wholesale Trade 481 48 $132,205 0.56
Finance & Insurance 449 76 $77,097 0.50
Transportation & Warehousing 338 53 $51,245 0.36
Agriculture & Forestry 299 48 $37,245 1.68
Real Estate 201 40 $46,482 0.59
Arts & Entertainment 193 22 $21,295 0.52
Information & Technology 179 23 $44,632 0.43
Educational Services 145 14 $37,005 0.32
Mining & Oil/Gas 99 8 $63,923 1.19
Unclassified 88 25 $60,875 2.87
Utilities 54 6 $146,710 0.65
Management of Companies 10 5 $103,555 0.03

Schools in North Branch

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
North Branch Elementary School Elementary 923 53 17.4:1
North Branch High School High 701 32 21.9:1
Ruth Fox Middle School Middle 684 35 19.5:1
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Radio Stations near North Branch

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Z92.7 WDZZ urban contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
WXOU college radio MP3 192 kbps
WLEW AM 1340 bad axe, michigan AAC+ 32 kbps
WAHS 89.5 Avondale Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near North Branch

113 national parks and monuments found near North Branch.

ParkTypeFee
Aboriginal Free
AKO Park Free
AKO Park Free
Alexander Park Free
Algonac State Park State Park Free
Beacon Park Free
Belanger Park Free
Bellewood Park Free
Bloomer State Park State Park Free
Boyer Playfield Free
Bradley Playground Free
Brandenburg Park State Park Free
Bruce Park Free
Cadillac Square Park Free
Campus Martius Park Free
Central Park Free
Circle Park Free
Clark Park Free
Clay Park Free
Coletta Park Free
Community Park Free
Coventry Gardens Park Free
Curry Park Free
Dequindre Cut Greenway Free
Devonshire Park Free
Dodge #4 State Park State Park Free
Dolores Benett Park Free
Erma Henderson Park Free
Ernest Atkinson Park Free
Ewald Playground Free
Factoria Park Free
Farrow Riverside Miracle Park Free
Fort Wayne Free
Fountain Bleau Free
Gabriel Richard Park Free
Gary Dugall Park Free
George Street Park Free
Gil Maure Park Free
Girardot Free
Harmonie Park Free
Hart Plaza Free
Heritage Park Free
Homesite Park Free
Intersection Park Free
Jackson Park Free
Kinsmen Norman Road Park Free
Kiwanis Park Free
Labadie Park Free
Lafayette Greens Free
Lafayette Plaisance Park Free
Lakeport State Park State Park Free
Lakeshore Woods Free
Lanspeary Park Free
LaSalle Park Free
Little River Acres Park Free
Malden Park Free
Maple Park Free
Mark Park Free
Matthew Rodzik Park Free
Maurice Belanger Park Free
Maybury State Park State Park Free
McDonald Park Free
Mic Mac Park Free
Mike Milligan Park Free
Mitchell Park Free
Mt. Elliot Park Free
Muliett Park Free
Murphy Playlot Free
New Center Park Free
North Talbot Park Free
North Tilston Free
Oak Elm Park Free
Ojibway Prairie Provincial Nature Reserve Free
Optimist Memorial Park Free
Pallister Park Free
Partington Park Free
Patrick Maguire Free
Patton Park Free
Perrien Park Free
Plymouth Park Free
Port Crescent State Park State Park Free
Pykes Park Free
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park Free
Realtor Park Free
Remington Booster Park Free
River Bend Township Park State Park Free
Riverfront Garden Rooms Free
Robert Park Free
Roseland Park Free
Roseville Gardens Park Free
Sanilac Petroglyphs State Park State Park Free
Scarcyny Park & Garden Free
Scripps Park Free
Seneca Park Free
Seven Lakes State Park State Park Free
Shawnee Free
Sleeper State Park State Park Free
Somme Park Free
South Merritt Free
South Tilston Free
Southdale Park Free
Stanton Park Free
Stodgell Park Free
Straith Park Free
Thompson Park Free
Tolan Park Free
Tricentennial State Park And Harbor State Park Free
Turtle Club Park Free
Veterans Memorial Park Free
Vince Marcotte Park Free
Weiss Playground Free
Westcott Park Free
Weston Park Free

Museums in North Branch

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LAPEER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8102455808$56,182
EASTERN LAKES TRANSPORT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
HISTORIC FORT WAYNE COALITIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
IMLAY CITY HISTORICAL COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8107241111
MARLETTE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3093 MOORE ST
MAYVILLE AREA HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2124 OHMER ROAD9898437185

Libraries in North Branch

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LAPEER DISTRICT LIBRARY201 VILLAGE WEST DRIVE SOUTH0.0142,440
NORTH BRANCH TOWNSHIP LIBRARY3714 HURON ROAD0.066,500
RUTH HUGHES MEMORIAL DISTRICT LIBRARY211 NORTH ALMONT AVENUE0.058,240
MARLETTE DISTRICT LIBRARY3116 MAIN STREET0.025,250
JACQUELIN E. OPPERMAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY5790 STATE STREET0.013,078
MAYVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY6090 FULTON STREET0.012,742
GOODLAND TOWNSHIP LIBRARY2370 N. VAN DYKE RD.0.010,405
BROWN CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY4207 MAIN STREET0.04,250
WATERTOWN TOWNSHIP LIBRARY9405 FOSTER STREET0.01,178

Farmers Markets in North Branch

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
CSA Farmers Market2933 Burnside Rd.01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013YesVisit
Historic Farmers Market of Lapeer287 W, Nepessing St.05/09/2015 to 10/31/2015Wed: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit
Imlay City Farmer's Market120 N Main05/02/2013 to 10/31/2013Thu: 1:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Marlette Farmers Market3048 Main Street05/15/2020 to 10/09/2020Fri: 11:00 AM-5:00 PM;YesVisit

Dentists in North Branch

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Thumbs Up Dental - North Branch

Gas Stations in North Branch

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Harman Oil & Propane
Marathon
Sunoco

Golf Courses in North Branch

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Washakie Golf and RV Resort

Breweries in North Branch

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Tilted Axis BreweryBrewery303 W Nepessing St8109694477

Pharmacies in North Branch

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BRYAN'S CORNER PHARMACY 6002 NORTH LAPEER ROAD 810-793-5006
EHARDT'S PHARMACY 3960 HURON STREET 810-688-3090

EV Charging Stations in North Branch

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
VILLAGE OF NB EV CHARGING4055 Huron StChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in North Branch

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1210 EAST SANILAC ROAD (94860)GTOWER106
1210 EAST SANILAC ROAD (94860)GTOWER106
6200 W WALKER RD. (94874)GTOWER98
6200 W WALKER RD. (94874)GTOWER98
90 Castle RoadTOWER94
90 Castle RoadTOWER94
15525 BRYCE ROADTOWER88
15525 BRYCE ROADTOWER88
4260 LAKE PLEASANT ROADTOWER80
4260 LAKE PLEASANT ROADTOWER80
4623 SWOISH ROAD (54332)MTOWER78
4623 SWOISH ROAD (54332)MTOWER78
4337 LE VALLEY ROAD (113802)LTOWER59
4337 LE VALLEY ROAD (113802)LTOWER59

Fire Stations in North Branch

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Deerfield Township Fire Department30 E Burnside RDVolunteer810-793-6623
North Branch Township Fire Department6781 Elm S STVolunteer810-688-4665

Bridges in North Branch

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19971013,217F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1983362,664F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete1992452,617F
CulvertSteel1981352,451F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete1985242,450F
CulvertSteel1978211,923F
Girder/FloorbeamConcrete1928751,322F
CulvertConcrete201724628G
SlabWood or Timber198426220F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201158182G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete199536169F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete198656160G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete199536148G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete198428114F
CulvertSteel197922101F
CulvertSteel19792382F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete19822477F
CulvertSteel19792358F
SlabWood or Timber19763456P
SlabWood or Timber19915246F

Amtrak Stations in North Branch

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Lapeer, MI73 Howard StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near North Branch

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ALBAR INDUSTRIES, INC.780 WHITNEY DRIVELAPEER
ALBAR INDUSTRIES, INC.780 WHITNEY DRIVELAPEER
ALBAR INDUSTRIES, INC.780 WHITNEY DRIVELAPEER
POET BIOREFINING - CARO, LLC1551 EMPIRE DRIVETUSCOLA
TOYO SEAT USA CORP-IMLAY CITY2155 S ALMONTLAPEER

Airports Near North Branch

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bishop International AirportFNTMedium Airport
Oakland County International AirportPTKMedium Airport
Selfridge Air National Guard Base AirportMTCMedium Airport
Alkay Airport-Small Airport
Arnold Field-Small Airport
Avoca Airport-Small Airport
Barnstormers 5 Airport-Small Airport
Bauer Field-Small Airport
Brighton Airport-Small Airport
Burgess Field-Small Airport
Cedarville Airport-Small Airport
Cowley Field-Small Airport
Crompton's Private Strip-Small Airport
Crystal Airport-Small Airport
Dalton Airport-Small Airport
David's Landing Airport-Small Airport
Dupont-Lapeer Airport-Small Airport
Ed Schulte's Place STOLport-Small Airport
Engler Field-Small Airport
Fasel Field-Small Airport
Flugplatz Airport-Small Airport
Gavagan Field-Small Airport
Gentner Strip Airport-Small Airport
Grass Roots STOLport-Small Airport
Haigh Airport-Small Airport
Handleman Sky Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Harsens Island Airport-Small Airport
Huron County Memorial Airport-Small Airport
Indian Creek Ranch Airport-Small Airport
James Clements Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Jensen Field-Small Airport
John's Airport-Small Airport
Kunstman Airport-Small Airport
Lenox Airport-Small Airport
Letts Field-Small Airport
Marine City Airport-Small Airport
Marlette Township Airport-Small Airport
McKenzie's Landing Airport-Small Airport
McKimmy Field-Small Airport
Miller Field-Small Airport
Norton Field-Small Airport
Oakland Southwest Airport-Small Airport
Oakland Troy Airport-Small Airport
Para Field-Small Airport
Prices Airport-Small Airport
Raether Airport-Small Airport
Ray Community Airport-Small Airport
Robertson Field-Small Airport
Romeo State Airport-Small Airport
Saginaw County H.W. Browne Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in North Branch

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Imlay City Police

Grocery Stores in North Branch

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Brower FarmsFarmers and Markets6604 Brooks Rd
Dollar General 19860Other4412 Huron St
Red Barn Market #10Convenience Store3670 North Branch Rd
SUNRISE STORES LLC 09Convenience Store3989 Huron St

Treatment Centers in North Branch

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alcohol Information and Counseling Ctr - Lapeer County Health DepartmentSubstance Abuse810-667-0243
Concepts in Counseling LLCSubstance Abuse810-538-0229
Lapeer County Community Mental HealthMental Health810-667-0500
Tuscola Behavioral Health Systems - Personal Independence CenterMental Health989-673-6191

Churches & Religious Organizations in North Branch

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COUNTRY CHRISTIAN CHURCH5677 N LAPEER RD
NEW LIFE IN CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH6007 FISH LAKE RD
NORTH BRANCH WESLEYAN CHURCH3164 NORTH BRANCH RD
SS PETER AND PAUL PARISH NORTH BRANCH6645 WASHINGTON ST
ST JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH3169 NORTH BRANCH RD
ST MARY BURNSIDE PARISH NORTH BRANCHPO BOX 268
YOUR FUTURE IS NOW MINISTRIESPO BOX 217

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Frequently Asked Questions About North Branch

What is the population of North Branch?

North Branch has a population of 1,199 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 833 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.1% female and 44.9% male.

Is North Branch expensive to live in?

North Branch 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 $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $121,400 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $797 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is North Branch safe?

North Branch 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 1,162 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, North Branch receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in North Branch?

North Branch has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches, with 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in North Branch?

North Branch has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $996. There are 1,724 business establishments in the area, including 141 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 6.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in North Branch?

The median home value in North Branch is $121,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,574. For renters, the median monthly rent is $797. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.4%. The average annual property tax is $4,567.

How are the schools in North Branch?

Schools in North Branch score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 7.5% of adults in North Branch hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is North Branch?

The obesity rate in North Branch is 35.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.2% of adults are smokers. 24.8% are physically inactive. 28.8% of residents report depression. 7.4% lack health insurance. 74.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,766.

What is transportation like in North Branch?

The average commute in North Branch is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, 1.3% use public transit, and 6.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of North Branch?

The racial and ethnic makeup of North Branch is 94.9% White, 0.8% Black or African American. 97.8% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 23.5% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

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