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Stanwood, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Mecosta County County
Stanwood, MI
At a Glance
How Stanwood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Stanwood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Stanwood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Stanwood residents earn a median household income of $51,319 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,331. The unemployment rate stands at 10.1% (181% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 696 business establishments, including 78 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Stanwood is $131,300 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $292,832. Median rent is $950/month, with 26.7% 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 1941.
Safety & Crime
Stanwood reports 42 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 89% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,540/100K.
Education
8.7% of adults in Stanwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below the national average). 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Stanwood has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.