Quinnesec, MI

Michigan

Quinnesec is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,150. Residents earn $61,328 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,150 Population 762/sq mi density
$61,328 Median Income $35,867 per capita
$117,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,328 median income, 0.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,200 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,328
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.1%
97% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,150
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density762/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,328
Per Capita$35,867
Unemployment0.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$971M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Elevation1,043 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute17 min
Libraries4

Is Quinnesec a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quinnesec receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Quinnesec offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quinnesec is $61,328, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Quinnesec is $117,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Quinnesec has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 61.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Quinnesec has a population of 1,150 with a density of 762 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%).

Population

1,150
Total Population
762
People / sq mi
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.2%
Female 42.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Quinnesec vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Quinnesec vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quinnesec is $61,328, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Quinnesec vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,328
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,867
Avg Weekly Wage$925
IRS Avg AGI$58,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.1%
97% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)491
County GDP$971M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare33
Retail61
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,886
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.6 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Quinnesec is $117,200, 58% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,200
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,886
11% above US avg
Effective Rate3.32%
In Quinnesec, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.2% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death7,684/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Quinnesec has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall61.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density762/sq mi
Coordinates45.8033°N, 87.9964°W
County FIPS26109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density762/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants48
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.6 min
Work from Home2.5%

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