Peck, MI

Michigan

Peck is a small town in Michigan with a population of 525. Residents earn $52,204 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
525 Population 505/sq mi density
$52,204 Median Income $25,673 per capita
$101,200 Home Value $179,801 Zillow
$833 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,204 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,200 home value, $833/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,204
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,200
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population525
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density505/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,204
Per Capita$25,673
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$1,747M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,200
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,801
Housing Units278
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking18.9%
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation785 ft (239 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+83.4%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute30 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries8

Is Peck a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peck receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Peck offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peck is $52,204, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peck is $101,200, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Peck has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 40.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Peck has a population of 525 with a density of 505 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).

Population

525
Total Population
505
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Peck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Peck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peck is $52,204, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Peck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,204
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,673
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$57,237

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)879
County GDP$1,747M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare103
Retail134
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Peck is $101,200, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,801.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,200
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,801

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.7%
Housing Units278
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Rate3.82%
In Peck, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 30.7% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression30.7%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep32.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits68.8%
Premature Death9,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access40.5%
Healthcare Facilities103
Peck has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall40.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation785 ft (239 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density505/sq mi
Coordinates43.2589°N, 82.8168°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+83.4%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density505/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants71
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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