Reading, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Hillsdale County County
Reading, MI
At a Glance
How Reading Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Reading's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Reading a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Reading residents earn a median household income of $48,804 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,431. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0% (67% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 880 business establishments, including 71 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Reading is $103,300 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $179,541. Median rent is $741/month, with 25.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Reading reports 277 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 185/100K.
Education
10.6% of adults in Reading hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 80.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Reading 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 totals 39.5 inches.