South Range, MI

Michigan

South Range is a small town in Michigan with a population of 587. Residents earn $54,583 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
587 Population 1,631/sq mi density
$54,583 Median Income $31,998 per capita
$85,300 Home Value
$765 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$54,583 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,300 home value, $765/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,583
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $765
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population587
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,631/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,583
Per Capita$31,998
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$77M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,300
Rent$765
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units298
Rent Burden32.0%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking13.2%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute11 min
Broadband91.7%

Is South Range a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Range receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. South Range offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Range is $54,583, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Range is $85,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

South Range has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

South Range has a population of 587 with a density of 1,631 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 (91.3%).

Population

587
Total Population
1,631
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

South Range vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Range vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Range is $54,583, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: South Range vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,583
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,998
Avg Weekly Wage$684
IRS Avg AGI$67,299

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)85
County GDP$77M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Retail9
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.2 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in South Range is $85,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $765 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,300
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$765
34% below US avg
Rent Burden32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.6%
Housing Units298
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,600
89% above US avg
Effective Rate7.74%
In South Range, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Range vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.1%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits68.1%
Premature Death6,845/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access76.7%
South Range has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,142 ft (348 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,631/sq mi
Coordinates47.0703°N, 88.6440°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.8-point margin. 91.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 12.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,631/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.7%
Restaurants19
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.2 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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