Michigan · Metropolitan Area
Richland is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,014. Residents earn $84,333 per year, which is 12% above the national average.
Based on current data, Richland receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Richland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Richland is $84,333, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Richland is $248,400, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,292 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Richland is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 776 per 100,000, 60% below the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 47.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Richland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $84,333 |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,274 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,264 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,017 |
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.0% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,972 |
| County GDP | $20,706M |
| Restaurants | 579 |
| Healthcare | 749 |
| Retail | 848 |
| Manufacturing | 295 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,471 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.01% |
| Commute Time | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 16.4% |
| Census Median | $248,400 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $367,735 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,292 |
| 11% above US avg |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,471 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.01% |
| Obesity | 34.8% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.9% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.0% |
| Depression | 29.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,811/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 749 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 776.2/100K |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 776.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 39.5 inches |
| 4% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 912 ft (278 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 994/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3717°N, 85.4581°W |
| County FIPS | 26077 |
Winner: Democrat by 17.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 47.2% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 994/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 14 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 749 |
| Restaurants | 579 |
| Retail Stores | 848 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Avg Commute | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 16.4% |