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Rosebush, MI

Michigan

Rosebush is a small town in Michigan with a population of 330. Residents earn $32,404 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
330 Population 371/sq mi density
$32,404 Median Income $23,027 per capita
$102,600 Home Value $214,722 Zillow
$592 Median Rent 32.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$32,404 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$102,600 home value, $592/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,404
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,600
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $592
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population330
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density371/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,404
Per Capita$23,027
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$3,266M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,600
Rent$592
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,722
Housing Units197
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking17.9%
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation769 ft (234 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+73.7%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute21 min
Broadband85.2%
Libraries6

Is Rosebush a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosebush receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rosebush offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosebush is $32,404, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosebush is $102,600, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $592 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Rosebush experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rosebush has a population of 330 with a density of 371 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 6.4% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

330
Total Population
371
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%
Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosebush vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.5%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rosebush vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosebush is $32,404, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Rosebush vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,404
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,027
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$62,263

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,405
County GDP$3,266M

Business (County)

Restaurants160
Healthcare213
Retail228
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,371
53% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosebush is $102,600, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $592 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,722.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,600
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$214,722

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$25
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio62.7%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$592
49% below US avg
Rent Burden32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.7%
Housing Units197
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,371
53% above US avg
Effective Rate5.23%
In Rosebush, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 29.1% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.5%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,025
Dentists1:1,371
Mental Health1:258
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death9,503/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access77.2%
Healthcare Facilities213
Rosebush has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation769 ft (234 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density371/sq mi
Coordinates43.7040°N, 84.7637°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.5-point margin. 85.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53%
D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 7.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+73.7%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density371/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants160
Retail Stores228

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home10.4%

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