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Perrinton, MI

Michigan

Perrinton is a small town in Michigan with a population of 467. Residents earn $52,868 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
467 Population 741/sq mi density
$52,868 Median Income $21,744 per capita
$99,400 Home Value $273,184 Zillow
$1,000 Median Rent 33.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$52,868 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,400 home value, $1,000/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,868
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,400
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population467
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density741/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,868
Per Capita$21,744
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$1,982M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,400
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$273,184
Housing Units203
Rent Burden33.0%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking15.1%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation736 ft (224 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+92.8%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute31 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries6

Is Perrinton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Perrinton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Perrinton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Perrinton is $52,868, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Perrinton is $99,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 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

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Perrinton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Perrinton has a population of 467 with a density of 741 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%).

Population

467
Total Population
741
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Perrinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Perrinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Perrinton is $52,868, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Perrinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,868
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,744
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$60,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)794
County GDP$1,982M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare106
Retail124
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Perrinton is $99,400, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,184.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,400
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$273,184

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden33.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.3%
Housing Units203
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Rate3.98%
In Perrinton, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 28.3% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits69.9%
Premature Death8,638/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities106
Perrinton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation736 ft (224 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density741/sq mi
Coordinates43.1808°N, 84.6799°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.3-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 31.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+92.8%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density741/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants73
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

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