Ramsay, MI

Michigan

Ramsay is a small town in Michigan with a population of 182. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
182 Population 303/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $32,470 per capita
$50,000 Home Value
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,000 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age61.1 yrs
Density303/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans17.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$32,470
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$649M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Elevation1,444 ft (440 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute28 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries4

Is Ramsay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ramsay receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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 below-average incomes. Ramsay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ramsay is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ramsay is $50,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% 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

Ramsay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches, including 75.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ramsay has a population of 182 with a density of 303 people per square mile. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.8%), with 16.5% Black.

Population

182
Total Population
303
People / sq mi
61.1yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.7%
Female 36.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ramsay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.5%
44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ramsay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ramsay is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Ramsay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,470
Avg Weekly Wage$930
IRS Avg AGI$55,716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)420
County GDP$649M

Business (County)

Restaurants51
Healthcare28
Retail67
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,093
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone96.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ramsay is $50,000, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,000
82% 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-Occupied95.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,093
46% above US avg
Effective Rate10.19%
In Ramsay, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death9,301/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities28
Ramsay has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.3 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall75.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,444 ft (440 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density303/sq mi
Coordinates46.4700°N, 89.9979°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.1-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.9%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 17.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density303/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants51
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone96.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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