Port Austin, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Huron County County
Port Austin, MI
At a Glance
How Port Austin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Port Austin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Port Austin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Port Austin residents earn a median household income of $46,000 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,321. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 999 business establishments, including 93 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Port Austin is $162,100 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $253,815. Median rent is $676/month, with 29.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Port Austin reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 920/100K.
Education
28.6% of adults in Port Austin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below the national average). 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Port Austin has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.