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Sterling, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Ogemaw County County
Sterling, MI
At a Glance
How Sterling Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sterling's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sterling a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sterling residents earn a median household income of $58,750 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,161. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 611 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sterling is $84,700 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $161,006. Median rent is $771/month, with 18.3% 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 1954.
Safety & Crime
Sterling reports 78 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 80% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,245/100K.
Education
13.2% of adults in Sterling hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sterling has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.