Ravenna, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Ravenna is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,472. Residents earn $73,233 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,472 Population 1,237/sq mi density
$73,233 Median Income $31,673 per capita
$191,300 Home Value $286,347 Zillow
$809 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,233 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$191,300 home value, $809/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,233
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $191,300
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $809
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,472
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density1,237/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,233
Per Capita$31,673
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$60,316M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,300
Rent$809
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,347

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation680 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute29 min
Libraries31

Is Ravenna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ravenna receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ravenna stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ravenna is $73,233, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ravenna is $191,300, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $809 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Ravenna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ravenna has a population of 1,472 with a density of 1,237 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.9%).

Population

1,472
Total Population
1,237
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ravenna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ravenna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ravenna is $73,233, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Ravenna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,233
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,673
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$88,553

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)17,705
County GDP$60,316M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,419
Healthcare1,927
Retail2,160
Manufacturing1,097

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,376
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ravenna is $191,300, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $809 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,347.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,300
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,347

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$809
30% 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-Occupied81.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,376
111% above US avg
Effective Rate3.86%
In Ravenna, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.8% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression29.8%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death6,630/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access95.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,927

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50

Safety Score

Ravenna has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation680 ft (207 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density1,237/sq mi
Coordinates43.1880°N, 85.9412°W
County FIPS26081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 51.8%

Winner: Democrat by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,237/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries31
Healthcare Facilities1,927
Restaurants1,419
Retail Stores2,160

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)50

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Work from Home4.2%

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