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Nunica, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Nunica is a small town in Michigan with a population of 158. Residents earn $57,847 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
158 Population 86/sq mi density
$57,847 Median Income $35,086 per capita
$322,500 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$57,847 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$322,500 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,847
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $322,500
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population158
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density86/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,847
Per Capita$35,086
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$21,044M
Commute23 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$322,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units107
Rent Burden28.0%

Health

Obesity32.0%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking12.9%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation631 ft (192 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries10

Is Nunica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nunica receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Nunica stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nunica is $57,847, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nunica is $322,500, 14% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Nunica experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 26°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 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Nunica has a population of 158 with a density of 86 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

158
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.8%
Female 39.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nunica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nunica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nunica is $57,847, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Nunica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,847
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,086
Avg Weekly Wage$1,150
IRS Avg AGI$89,969

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,888
County GDP$21,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants465
Healthcare621
Retail779
Manufacturing606

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,878
97% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nunica is $322,500, 14% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$322,500
14% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units107
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,878
97% above US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Nunica, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Nunica vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep30.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,511
Dentists1:1,626
Mental Health1:360
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits72.2%
Premature Death5,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities621
Nunica has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation631 ft (192 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates43.0852°N, 86.0748°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26139
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.5-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 20.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density86/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities621
Restaurants465
Retail Stores779

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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