Pewamo, MI

Michigan

Pewamo is a small town in Michigan with a population of 511. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
511 Population 511/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $29,741 per capita
$179,500 Home Value $252,335 Zillow
$933 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$179,500 home value, $933/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $179,500
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population511
Median Age33.6 yrs
Density511/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$29,741
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$1,982M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,500
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,335
Housing Units165
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking15.8%
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation739 ft (225 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute26 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries6

Is Pewamo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pewamo receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Pewamo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pewamo is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pewamo is $179,500, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.6% 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

Pewamo 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.

Pewamo has a population of 511 with a density of 511 people per square mile. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

511
Total Population
511
People / sq mi
33.6yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Pewamo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pewamo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pewamo is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Pewamo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,741
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$60,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% 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 Rate2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pewamo is $179,500, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,335.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,500
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,335

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.0%
Housing Units165
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,958
13% above US avg
Effective Rate2.21%
In Pewamo, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 28.4% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits71.5%
Premature Death8,638/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities106
Pewamo 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

Elevation739 ft (225 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density511/sq mi
Coordinates43.0020°N, 84.8473°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.3-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 31.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density511/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants73
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.0%

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