Stanton, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Montcalm County County
Stanton, MI
At a Glance
How Stanton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Stanton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Stanton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Stanton residents earn a median household income of $45,714 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,093. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,086 business establishments, including 93 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Stanton is $89,000 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $225,085. Median rent is $697/month, with 34.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Stanton reports 72 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 217/100K.
Education
6.0% of adults in Stanton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below the national average). 87.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Stanton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches.