Port Sanilac, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Sanilac County County
Port Sanilac, MI
At a Glance
How Port Sanilac Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Port Sanilac's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Port Sanilac a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Port Sanilac residents earn a median household income of $41,779 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,110. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 879 business establishments, including 71 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Port Sanilac is $154,500 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $270,859. Median rent is $831/month, with 30.3% 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 1971.
Education
23.9% of adults in Port Sanilac hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 91.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Port Sanilac has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches.