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Port Hope, MI

Michigan

Port Hope is a small town in Michigan with a population of 297. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
297 Population 294/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $36,171 per capita
$84,600 Home Value $185,263 Zillow
$750 Median Rent 33.6% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,600 home value, $750/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,600
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population297
Median Age58.1 yrs
Density294/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$36,171
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,600
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,263
Housing Units201
Rent Burden33.6%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking17.2%
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation614 ft (187 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute22 min
Broadband85.9%
Libraries6

Is Port Hope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Hope receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Port Hope offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Hope is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Hope is $84,600, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Hope has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Port Hope has a population of 297 with a density of 294 people per square mile. The median age is 58.1 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

297
Total Population
294
People / sq mi
58.1yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Hope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Hope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Hope is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Port Hope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,171
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$60,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)999
County GDP$2,158M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare101
Retail130
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,733
35% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home18.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Hope is $84,600, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,263.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,600
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$185,263

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden33.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.2%
Housing Units201
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,733
35% above US avg
Effective Rate5.59%
In Port Hope, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 29.7% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port Hope vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,736
Dentists1:1,838
Mental Health1:631
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits70.1%
Premature Death7,757/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities101
Port Hope has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density294/sq mi
Coordinates43.9394°N, 82.7150°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.6-point margin. 85.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density294/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants93
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home18.7%

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