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Snover, MI

Michigan

Snover is a small town in Michigan with a population of 273. Residents earn $46,667 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
273 Population 80/sq mi density
$46,667 Median Income $27,961 per capita
$95,000 Home Value $178,402 Zillow
$890 Median Rent 30.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$46,667 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $890/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,667
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.8%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $890
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population273
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density80/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,667
Per Capita$27,961
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$1,747M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$890
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,402
Housing Units123
Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking23.0%
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation774 ft (236 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.8%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute30 min
Broadband88.1%
Libraries8

Is Snover a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Snover is $46,667, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Snover is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Snover experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Snover has a population of 273 with a density of 80 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

273
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.9%
Female 64.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Snover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Snover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Snover is $46,667, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Snover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,667
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,961
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$57,237

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)879
County GDP$1,747M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare103
Retail134
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Snover is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $890 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,402.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$178,402

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$890
23% below US avg
Rent Burden30.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.3%
Housing Units123
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Rate4.07%
In Snover, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 23.0% are current smokers. 29.9% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma12.0%
COPD10.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.0%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,116
Dentists1:2,904
Mental Health1:481
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits55.9%
Premature Death9,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access40.5%
Healthcare Facilities103
Snover has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates43.4548°N, 82.9607°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin. 88.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.8%
92% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density80/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.1%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants71
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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