Quincy, MI

Michigan

Quincy is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,487. Residents earn $59,079 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,487 Population 953/sq mi density
$59,079 Median Income $31,097 per capita
$111,800 Home Value $186,114 Zillow
$778 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
672 Violent Crime/100K 1,344 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$59,079 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,800 home value, $778/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
672 violent crimes/100K (77% above avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,079
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,800
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 672/100K
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $778
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,487
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density953/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,079
Per Capita$31,097
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$2,202M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,800
Rent$778
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,114

Crime

F
Violent672/100K
Property1,344/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault428/100K
Burglary428/100K

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Elevation1,017 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute22 min
Libraries9

Is Quincy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quincy receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Quincy has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quincy is $59,079, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 11.4% 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 Quincy is $111,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $778 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 672 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,344 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Quincy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 42.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Quincy has a population of 1,487 with a density of 953 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%).

Population

1,487
Total Population
953
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Quincy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Quincy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quincy is $59,079, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Quincy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,079
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,097
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$58,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$2,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare81
Retail123
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Quincy is $111,800, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $778 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,114.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,800
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,114
Median List Price$232,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$232,450
$/Sq Ft$159
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio87.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$778
33% 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-Occupied75.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Quincy, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death8,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities81
Quincy has a violent crime rate of 672 per 100,000 residents, 77% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,344 per 100,000 (31% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent672.0/100K
77% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape244.4/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault427.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,343.9/100K
31% below US avg
Burglary427.6/100K
Theft794.1/100K
Vehicle Theft122.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Quincy has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall42.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,017 ft (310 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density953/sq mi
Coordinates41.9428°N, 84.8826°W
County FIPS26059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density953/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants71
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home1.9%

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