Reese, MI

Michigan

Reese is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,303. Residents earn $83,125 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,303 Population 965/sq mi density
$83,125 Median Income $42,658 per capita
$174,600 Home Value $212,425 Zillow
$909 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$83,125 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$174,600 home value, $909/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,125
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $174,600
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.2%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $909
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,303
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density965/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$83,125
Per Capita$42,658
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,769M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$174,600
Rent$909
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,425

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.2 in/yr
Elevation621 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.2%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute21 min
Libraries10

Is Reese a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reese receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Reese stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reese is $83,125, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reese is $174,600, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $909 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Reese experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Reese has a population of 1,303 with a density of 965 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

1,303
Total Population
965
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Reese vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Reese vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reese is $83,125, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Reese vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,125
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,658
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$56,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)921
County GDP$1,769M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare108
Retail136
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Reese is $174,600, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $909 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,425.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,600
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$212,425

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$909
22% 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-Occupied79.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Rate2.09%
In Reese, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death9,016/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities108

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Reese has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.2 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation621 ft (189 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density965/sq mi
Coordinates43.4528°N, 83.6894°W
County FIPS26157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.2%
16% below US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density965/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants66
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Work from Home5.4%

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