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Posen, MI

Michigan

Posen is a small town in Michigan with a population of 285. Residents earn $46,696 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
285 Population 285/sq mi density
$46,696 Median Income $24,007 per capita
$78,800 Home Value $199,449 Zillow
$427 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$46,696 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,800 home value, $427/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,696
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,800
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $427
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population285
Median Age26.9 yrs
Density285/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,696
Per Capita$24,007
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$482M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,800
Rent$427
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,449
Housing Units128
Rent Burden28.0%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking18.5%
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation793 ft (242 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute26 min
Broadband78.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Posen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Posen receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Posen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Posen is $46,696, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Posen is $78,800, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $427 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

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Posen 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 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Posen has a population of 285 with a density of 285 people per square mile. The median age is 26.9 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

285
Total Population
285
People / sq mi
26.9yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Posen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Posen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Posen is $46,696, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Posen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,696
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,007
Avg Weekly Wage$910
IRS Avg AGI$56,988

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)347
County GDP$482M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare32
Retail61
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,081
17% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Posen is $78,800, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $427 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,449.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,800
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,449

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$427
63% below US avg
Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.6%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,081
17% above US avg
Effective Rate5.18%
In Posen, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 30.7% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression30.7%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:6,546
Dentists1:4,454
Mental Health1:1,661
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death7,916/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access46.6%
Healthcare Facilities32
Posen has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation793 ft (242 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density285/sq mi
Coordinates45.2622°N, 83.6989°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.7%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 29 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density285/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants32
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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