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Stanwood, MI

Michigan

Stanwood is a small town in Michigan with a population of 163. Residents earn $51,319 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
163 Population 679/sq mi density
$51,319 Median Income $31,331 per capita
$131,300 Home Value $292,832 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$51,319 median income, 10.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,300 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,319
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.1%
181% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population163
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density679/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,319
Per Capita$31,331
Unemployment10.1%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$1,626M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,300
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$292,832
Housing Units81
Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking22.3%
Depression31.8%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation997 ft (304 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Broadband75.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Stanwood a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stanwood is $51,319, 32% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stanwood is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Stanwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°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 37.9 inches, including 61.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Stanwood has a population of 163 with a density of 679 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.1%), with 13.5% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

163
Total Population
679
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stanwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanwood is $51,319, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Stanwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,319
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,331
Avg Weekly Wage$869
IRS Avg AGI$60,778

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.1%
181% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)696
County GDP$1,626M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare102
Retail151
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanwood is $131,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,832.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,300
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$292,832

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$153
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.0%
Housing Units81
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Stanwood, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 22.3% are current smokers. 31.8% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma12.5%
COPD10.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.3%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression31.8%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits60.3%
Premature Death8,230/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access57.6%
Healthcare Facilities102
Stanwood has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall61.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density679/sq mi
Coordinates43.5803°N, 85.4482°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density679/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants78
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

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