Sebewaing, MI

Michigan

Sebewaing is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,921. Residents earn $50,779 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,921 Population 1,208/sq mi density
$50,779 Median Income $29,321 per capita
$94,800 Home Value $135,365 Zillow
$645 Median Rent 21.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$50,779 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,800 home value, $645/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,779
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,800
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $645
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,921
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density1,208/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,779
Per Capita$29,321
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,769M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,800
Rent$645
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,365
Rent Burden21.8%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,116/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary294/100K

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation590 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute21 min
Broadband81.1%
Libraries10

Is Sebewaing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sebewaing 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sebewaing offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sebewaing is $50,779, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.9% 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 Sebewaing is $94,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $645 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sebewaing 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 1,116 per 100,000, 43% below the national average.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Sebewaing 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 33.1 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sebewaing has a population of 1,921 with a density of 1,208 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%).

Population

1,921
Total Population
1,208
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sebewaing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sebewaing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sebewaing is $50,779, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Sebewaing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,779
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,321
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$56,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% 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 Rate3.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sebewaing is $94,800, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $645 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,365.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,800
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,365

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$645
45% below US avg
Rent Burden21.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,650
4% above US avg
Effective Rate3.85%
In Sebewaing, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death9,016/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access54.7%
Healthcare Facilities108
Sebewaing has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,116 per 100,000 (43% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Sebewaing 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 Property1,115.7/100K
43% below US avg
Burglary293.6/100K
Theft704.6/100K
Vehicle Theft117.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Sebewaing 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 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall42.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation590 ft (180 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density1,208/sq mi
Coordinates43.7317°N, 83.4509°W
County FIPS26157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 81.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,208/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.1%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants66
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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