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Pelkie, MI

Michigan

Pelkie is a small town in Michigan with a population of 32.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
32 Population 24/sq mi density
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 71.9%
480% higher than US avg

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

People

Population32
Median Age57.6 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female88% / 13%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,072
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty71.9%
County GDP$1,589M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,354
Housing Units49
Rent Burden32.5%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation679 ft (207 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute20 min
Broadband27.0%
Libraries5

Is Pelkie a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 71.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Pelkie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Pelkie has a population of 32 with a density of 24 people per square mile. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

32
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
57.6yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 87.5%
Female 12.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pelkie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pelkie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pelkie is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 71.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Pelkie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$16,072
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$64,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate71.9%
480% above US avg
Establishments (County)949
County GDP$1,589M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare101
Retail140
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,737
64% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,354.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$158,354

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.5%

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 Units49
Median Year Built2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,737
64% above US avg
Pelkie has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates46.8156°N, 88.6415°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 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 17-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.7%
D 40.7%

Winner: Republican by 17 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants115
Retail Stores140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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