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Rothbury, MI

Michigan · Muskegon County · Muskegon-Norton Shores Metro

Rothbury is a small town in Michigan with a population of 377. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
377 Population 153/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $24,546 per capita
$114,500 Home Value $205,122 Zillow
$910 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,500 home value, $910/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,500
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $910
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population377
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density153/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$24,546
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$8,392M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,500
Rent$910
Ownership86.5%
Zillow$205,122
Housing Units159
Rent Burden23.9%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,009/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking18.9%
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation684 ft (208 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score4.68

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute19 min
Broadband88.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Rothbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rothbury receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rothbury offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rothbury is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rothbury is $114,500, 59% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Rothbury 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 2,009 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rothbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches, including 78.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rothbury has a population of 377 with a density of 153 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.8% female and 56.2% male. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 2.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.3% of residents, while 5.7% speak Spanish. 5.7% of the population are veterans. 24.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

377
Total Population
153
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rothbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish 5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rothbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rothbury is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,546 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,023, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 3,152 business establishments, including 338 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 1.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rothbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,546
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$58,618
Gini Index0.437 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,152
County GDP$8,392M

Business (County)

Restaurants338
Healthcare404
Retail526
Manufacturing259

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,258
79% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Rothbury is $114,500, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,122, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 86.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 159 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $6,258 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,500
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,122

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$910
22% below US avg
Rent Burden23.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership86.5%
Owner-Occupied86.5%
Renter-Occupied13.5%
Housing Units159
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,258
79% above US avg
Effective Rate5.47%
In Rothbury, 41.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 33.1% have high blood pressure. 18.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.0% report binge drinking. 27.3% are physically inactive. 28.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.5% experience frequent mental distress. 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,783. The dentist ratio is 1:1,401. 88.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,783
Dentists1:1,401
Mental Health1:371
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death9,658/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access88.2%
Healthcare Facilities404
Rothbury has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,009 per 100,000, 2% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,009, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 17 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Rothbury receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,008.9/100K
2% above US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft2,008.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Rothbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches. The area receives 78.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 684 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation684 ft (208 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density153/sq mi
Coordinates43.5184°N, 86.3614°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
CountyMuskegon County County
Nearest AirportGerald R Ford International (GRR)
61 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.9"
2% above US avg
Snowfall 78.5"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0454 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score70.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability48.3 / 100
Community Resilience99.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 2, 2024.

Aug 2, 2024 38 km ESE of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin M2.9 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

116 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 27 fatalities, 557 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956 EF5 97 km 17
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 66 km 5
Apr 3, 1956 EF4 96 km 1
Apr 23, 1968 EF3 74 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF3 84 km 0
May 28, 1991 EF2 18 km 0
Jun 8, 1985 EF2 84 km 0
Jul 21, 1983 EF2 95 km 1
Aug 15, 1978 EF2 14 km 0
Jun 17, 1975 EF2 49 km 1
May 20, 1975 EF2 93 km 0
Jun 20, 1974 EF2 93 km 0
Jun 9, 1974 EF2 74 km 0
Apr 12, 1972 EF2 35 km 0
Sep 9, 1968 EF2 74 km 0
Aug 5, 1968 EF2 93 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF2 96 km 0
Jul 12, 1966 EF2 60 km 0
Apr 20, 1966 EF2 74 km 0
Sep 4, 1965 EF2 46 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

8 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GRANT RX (2,204 ac, 2017).

Year Name Acres Distance
2017 GRANT RX 2,204 65 km
2018 SER 438 / WHITE RIVER 814 16 km
2003 WARFIELD ROAD 800 90 km
2019 UNNAMED 793 16 km
1994 COUNTY LINE 735 53 km
2019 BALDWIN FUELS UNITS 1/2/6AB 619 54 km
2021 WARFIELD 538 90 km
2024 WHELAN LAKE BLOCK 1 PARTIAL 1 RX 512 47 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 2.2 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
July 69°F (20°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in
September 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in Wettest
October 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
November 38°F (4°C) 3.1 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.7 in

Rothbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 23°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.5").

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Rothbury is located in Muskegon County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 13.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 59% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 50.2% of the vote, a 1.8-point margin. 88.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 404 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.2%
D 48.4%

Winner: Republican by 1.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score4.68
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density153/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyMuskegon County County

Services

Broadband Access88.5%
Avg Download Speed86.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed36.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities404
Restaurants338
Retail Stores526

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%
Average costs for common services in Rothbury. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit $337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit $192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit $2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning $125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling $241 ($144–$385)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement $289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4) $577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement $192 ($96–$337)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair $385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install $6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair $962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement $8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested) $14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense $4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation $481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation $2,405 ($962–$4,810)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full) $144 ($72–$241)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $77 ($48–$125)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread $3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb) $0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly) $67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly) $82 ($48–$144)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($14–$72)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly) $385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter $289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter $192 ($96–$385)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$524
Toddler$547
Preschool$547
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$761
Toddler$761
Preschool$712
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Muskegon County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 13,093 285 $73,625 2.51
Retail Trade 11,104 463 $34,215 1.75
Health Care & Social Assistance 10,424 340 $57,635 1.15
Accommodation & Food Services 6,838 313 $22,338 1.18
Construction 2,424 296 $77,963 0.73
Professional & Technical Services 1,848 193 $61,559 0.42
Other Services 1,828 300 $35,766 0.96
Administrative & Waste Services 1,553 146 $40,896 0.42
Wholesale Trade 1,497 112 $74,731 0.60
Arts & Entertainment 970 63 $25,782 0.91
Finance & Insurance 955 159 $75,063 0.37
Transportation & Warehousing 834 63 $75,416 0.31
Educational Services 725 31 $35,521 0.55
Real Estate 623 88 $38,620 0.63
Information & Technology 264 39 $80,929 0.22
Utilities 227 6 $144,120 0.94
Unclassified 200 43 $47,187 2.26
Management of Companies 77 8 $100,911 0.07

Radio Stations near Rothbury

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
93.3 THE Q — AAC+ 48 kbps
Muskegon Channel Radio classic rock, hits 70's MP3 320 kbps
106.9 The Q pop, top 40 AAC+ 64 kbps
The Q 99.7 christian contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Rothbury

4 campgrounds found near Rothbury.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Pines Point Campground (MI) 4.5/5 5 $30–$100
BOWMAN BRIDGE 4.3/5 17 $30–$110
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND 4.1/5 28 $30
GLEASONS LANDING 3.9/5 6 $30–$90

National Parks Near Rothbury

15 national parks and monuments found near Rothbury.

ParkTypeFee
Bakale Wildlife Unit State Park Free
Duck Lake State Park State Park Free
Grand Haven State Park State Park Free
Hidden Cove Park State Park Free
Hoffmaster State Park (P.J. Hoffmaster) State Park Free
Holland State Park (Ottawa Beach) State Park Free
Ludington State Park State Park Free
Mears State Park State Park Free
Mitchell State Park State Park Free
Muskegon State Park State Park Free
Newaygo State Park (leased from Consumer's Energy) State Park Free
Orchard Beach State Park State Park Free
Saugatuck Dunes State Park State Park Free
Silver Lake State Park State Park Free
White Pine Trail State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Rothbury

201+ trails found near Rothbury.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 25.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL 22.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 17.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MCCCT- BWC 15.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 11.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCT - LITTLE O SPUR 10.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WARD HILLS-IRONS SMT DNR35 9.0 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 8.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCT - LITTLE O SPUR 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 5.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 5.3 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 4.9 SNOW — — —
WARD HILL SMT TIMBER CK DNR325 4.6 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 4.6 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 4.2 SNOW — — —
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCCT- BWC 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 4.1 SNOW — — —
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCCT- BWC 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCCT- BWC 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OCEANA SMT DNR194 3.2 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 3.1 SNOW — — —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 2.9 SNOW — — —
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 2.7 SNOW — — —
CRYSTAL VALLEY SKI TRAIL LOOP3 2.6 SNOW — — —
CRYSTAL VALLEY SKI TRAIL LOOP2 2.5 SNOW — — —
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35 2.4 SNOW — — —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 2.3 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 2.3 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 2.1 SNOW — — —
WARD SMT SPUR DNR340 2.1 SNOW — — —
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WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 1.9 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.9 SNOW — — —
CRYSTAL VALLEY SKI TRAIL LOOP4 1.8 SNOW — — —
BOWMAN LAKE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.7 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.6 SNOW — — —
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HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 1.6 SNOW — — —
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR191 1.4 SNOW — — —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR191 1.4 SNOW — — —
CRYSTAL VALLEY SKI TRAIL LOOP1 1.4 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 1.3 SNOW — — —
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OCEANA SMT DNR194 1.2 SNOW — — —
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WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 1.1 SNOW — — —
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WARD SMT BUSN SPUR DNR35 1.0 SNOW — — —
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HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 1.0 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 1.0 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
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MCCCT- BWC 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
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MCCCT- BWC 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR191 0.8 SNOW — — —
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HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO SMT SPUR1 DNR3 0.7 SNOW — — —
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NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.7 SNOW — — —
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.6 SNOW — — —
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WARD SMT SPUR DNR340 0.6 SNOW — — —
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 0.6 SNOW — — —
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.6 SNOW — — —
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MCCCT- BWC 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.5 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.5 SNOW — — —
NCT HIGHBANKS CAMPGROUND SPUR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WARD SMT SPUR DNR340 0.5 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.5 SNOW — — —
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 0.5 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.5 SNOW — — —
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 0.5 SNOW — — —
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WARD SMT SPUR DNR340 0.4 SNOW — — —
WARD HILLS SMT POWERLINE DNR35 0.4 SNOW — — —
NCT BOWMAN CAMPGROUND SPUR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.4 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.4 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.4 SNOW — — —
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WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.3 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.3 SNOW — — —
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MCCT - BIG O SPUR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 0.3 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 0.2 SNOW — — —
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OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.2 SNOW — — —
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OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.2 SNOW — — —
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.2 SNOW — — —
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 0.2 SNOW — — —
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HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
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WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.2 SNOW — — —
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HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 0.2 SNOW — — —
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.2 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW — — —
NCT NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.1 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
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NCT BOWMAN LAKE SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.1 SNOW — — —
CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW — — —
NCT TIMBER CK CAMPGROUND SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NCT NICHOLS LAKE NORTH SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.1 SNOW — — —
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.1 SNOW — — —
WARD SMT TRIANGLE 0.1 SNOW — — —
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.1 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.1 SNOW — — —
NCT 76TH ST. TRAILHEAD SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.1 SNOW — — —
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.0 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.0 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 0.0 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.0 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 0.0 SNOW — — —
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.0 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.0 SNOW — — —
MCCCT- BWC 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.0 SNOW — — —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.0 SNOW — — —
HONEYMOON SMT DNR320 0.0 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196 0.0 SNOW — — —
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.0 SNOW — — —
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3 0.0 SNOW — — —
OCEANA SMT DNR194 0.0 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.0 SNOW — — —
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19 0.0 SNOW — — —
MCCT - BIG O SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —

Museums in Rothbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
OCEANA COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION114 DRYDEN STREET2318732600$128,889
MONTAGUE MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WHITE LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WHITE RIVER LIGHT STATION MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2318948265

Libraries in Rothbury

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
HART AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY415 SOUTH STATE STREET0.095,394
SHELBY AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY189 MAPLE STREET0.085,000
WHITE LAKE COMMUNITY LIBRARY3900 WHITE LAKE DRIVE0.077,567
WALKERVILLE PUBLIC/SCHOOL LIBRARY145 EAST LATHROP0.01,293

Farmers Markets in Rothbury

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Montague Farmers Market283 Church Street

Restaurants in Rothbury

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rico's Tamales
Stony Lake Inn

Theatres in Rothbury

3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Assembly
East Fire Circle
West Fire Circle

Gas Stations in Rothbury

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wesco

Golf Courses in Rothbury

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Thoroughbred Golf Club

Breweries in Rothbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Fetch Brewing CoBrewers100 W Colby St2312921048Visit
Shawnys Pressurized ThermosVending Machines, Dispensing Opticians, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Beverage Dispensing Eq1276 1/2 Poulson

Cell Towers in Rothbury

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
6037 NORTH 144TH AVE (127552)GTOWER93
6037 NORTH 144TH AVE (127552)GTOWER93
1198 88TH STREET (Shelby)LTOWER89
1215 Benston Road (107719)GTOWER81
1215 Benston Road (107719)GTOWER81
(New Whitehall) 1215 Benston RoadLTOWER81
2894 SOUTH 148TH AVENUE (122950)LTOWER81
2894 SOUTH 148TH AVENUE (122950)LTOWER81
160 SOUTH 24TH AVENUE (94819)LTOWER81
160 SOUTH 24TH AVENUE (94819)LTOWER81

Fire Stations in Rothbury

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Grant Township Fire Department7140 S Oceana DRVolunteer231-894-9773

Bridges in Rothbury

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19741776,360F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19741746,360F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19741106,360F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19741106,360F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19733192,500F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1975401,380F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1974376550F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200254300F
Tee BeamConcrete192031278F
CulvertSteel199924270F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199452150G
CulvertSteel200125150G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197315260G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197315260G

Superfund Sites Near Rothbury

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
MPLX TERMINALS LLC3005 HOLTON ROADMUSKEGON

Airports Near Rothbury

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Muskegon County AirportMKGMedium Airport
Baldwin Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Bellamy Airport—Small Airport
Cherry Field—Small Airport
De Witt Property Airport—Small Airport
Dewind Field—Small Airport
Evad Enterprises LLC Airport—Small Airport
Flying-A-Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Fremont Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Grand Haven Memorial Airpark—Small Airport
Harry's Field—Small Airport
Hat Field—Small Airport
J P's Field—Small Airport
Jablonski Airport—Small Airport
Mason County AirportLDMSmall Airport
Midget Airport—Small Airport
Mitch Veenstra Airport—Small Airport
Oceana County Airport—Small Airport
Ottawa Executive Airport—Small Airport
Park Township AirportHLMSmall Airport
Paul C. Miller-Sparta Airport—Small Airport
Riverview Airport—Small Airport
Silver Lake Airport—Small Airport
Tyrone Airport—Small Airport
Van Farowe Airfield—Small Airport
Weller Airport—Small Airport
White Cloud Airport—Small Airport
Wilderness Airpark—Small Airport

Police Stations in Rothbury

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Oceana County Sheriff Department
Walkerville Police Department

Grocery Stores in Rothbury

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 15855Other7637 S Michigan Ave
The Pasturage Llc NAFMNPFarmers and Markets7956 S 56th Ave
Van Pattens General StoreConvenience Store8416 S 116th Ave
Wesco 51Convenience Store7588 S Michigan Ave

Post Offices in Rothbury

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Danny'z Rothbury Tavern7585 Michigan Avenue

Treatment Centers in Rothbury

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
West Michigan Community MHBoth800-992-2061

DOL Wage Violations in Rothbury

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $299,781 in back wages owed to 771 employees.

2
Violations
$299,781
Back Wages Owed
771
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Double JJ Resort Ranch SIGNIFICANT — 49452 — 1 $299,000 $390 767
DOUBLE JJ RESORT — — 49452 Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels 1 $781 $195 4

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rothbury

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
RIVER OF GOD MINISTRIES2741 W WINSTON RD
ROTHBURY COMMUNITY CHURCHPO BOX 303

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rothbury

What is the population of Rothbury?

Rothbury has a population of 377 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 153 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.4 years. The population is 43.8% female and 56.2% male.

Is Rothbury expensive to live in?

Rothbury has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $114,500 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rothbury safe?

Rothbury is considered a very safe city 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 2,009 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Rothbury receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rothbury?

Rothbury has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches, with 78.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Rothbury?

The job market in Rothbury is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,023. There are 3,152 business establishments in the area, including 338 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 1.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rothbury?

The median home value in Rothbury is $114,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,122. For renters, the median monthly rent is $910. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 86.5%. The average annual property tax is $6,258.

How are the schools in Rothbury?

Schools in Rothbury have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 13.8% of adults in Rothbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rothbury?

The obesity rate in Rothbury is 41.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.9% of adults are smokers. 27.3% are physically inactive. 28.8% of residents report depression. 9.7% lack health insurance. 88.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,783.

What is transportation like in Rothbury?

The average commute in Rothbury is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rothbury?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rothbury is 82.2% White, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino. 94.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.7% speak Spanish. 5.7% of the population are military veterans. 24.8% of residents have a disability. 93.8% have health insurance coverage.

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