Prudenville, MI

Michigan

Prudenville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,286. Residents earn $35,833 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,286 Population 451/sq mi density
$35,833 Median Income $30,980 per capita
$167,300 Home Value $182,041 Zillow
$788 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$35,833 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$167,300 home value, $788/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,833
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $167,300
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,286
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density451/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$35,833
Per Capita$30,980
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$854M
Commute14 min

Housing

A
Home Value$167,300
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$182,041

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Elevation1,143 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute14 min
Libraries4

Is Prudenville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prudenville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Prudenville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prudenville is $35,833, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prudenville is $167,300, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Prudenville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches, including 65.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Prudenville has a population of 1,286 with a density of 451 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

1,286
Total Population
451
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Prudenville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Prudenville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prudenville is $35,833, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Prudenville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,833
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,980
Avg Weekly Wage$765
IRS Avg AGI$58,282

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)583
County GDP$854M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare50
Retail122
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,612
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.7 min
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Prudenville is $167,300, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $182,041.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,300
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$182,041

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,612
60% above US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Prudenville, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.5% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression30.5%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death12,762/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities50

Crime Rates: Prudenville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Prudenville has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall65.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,143 ft (348 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density451/sq mi
Coordinates44.3008°N, 84.6655°W
County FIPS26143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 32.9%

Winner: Republican by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density451/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants74
Retail Stores122

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.7 min
Work from Home11.9%

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