Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.7%

4% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population66

Median Age38.5 yrs

Density733/mi²

Male / Female52% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans66.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$38,017

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$2,559M

Commute17 min

Health

Obesity30.7%

Uninsured5.5%

Smoking13.6%

Depression26.7%

Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain36.6 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation609 ft (186 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%

Commute17 min

Broadband32.0%

Libraries5

Is Ponshewaing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ponshewaing receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Ponshewaing 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%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

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

Ponshewaing has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches, including 120.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ponshewaing has a population of 66 with a density of 733 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

733

People / sq mi

38.5yrs

Median Age

1% below US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%

Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ponshewaing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ponshewaing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ponshewaing is N/A. 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 17 minutes.

Income: Ponshewaing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$38,017
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,066
IRS Avg AGI	$92,368

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,558
County GDP	$2,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants	145
Healthcare	188
Retail	248
Manufacturing	59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$10,226
	192% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

In Ponshewaing, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.7%
	4% below US avg
Diabetes	8.2%
Heart Disease	4.5%
High Blood Pressure	27.6%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	5.8%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.6%
	3% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.0%
Physical Inactivity	19.0%
Depression	26.7%
Mental Distress	18.4%
Physical Distress	11.9%
Short Sleep	30.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	5.5%
	36% below US avg
Checkup Rate	73.6%
Dental Visits	69.1%
Premature Death	6,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	76.6%
Healthcare Facilities	188

Ponshewaing has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	43.6°F
	19% below US avg
January Average	19°F (-7°C)
July Average	67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.6 inches
	4% below US avg
Snowfall	120.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	609 ft (186 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density	733/sq mi
Coordinates	45.4208°N, 84.8058°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County FIPS	26047

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–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 10.8-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%

D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 10.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.23

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	733/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	32.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	188
Restaurants	145
Retail Stores	248

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Ponshewaing, MI

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

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Is Ponshewaing a Good Place to Live?

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ponshewaing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ponshewaing vs U.S. Average

Income: Ponshewaing vs U.S.

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Tax & Cost of Living

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

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Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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