Stockbridge, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Stockbridge is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,235. Residents earn $49,875 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,235 Population 823/sq mi density
$49,875 Median Income $32,933 per capita
$184,200 Home Value $282,074 Zillow
$767 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
575 Violent Crime/100K 1,233 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$49,875 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$184,200 home value, $767/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
575 violent crimes/100K (51% above avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,875
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,200
35% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 575/100K
51% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.1%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $767
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,235
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density823/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,875
Per Capita$32,933
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$23,569M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,200
Rent$767
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$282,074

Crime

F
Violent575/100K
Property1,233/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault329/100K
Burglary164/100K

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Elevation923 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 64%
Commute34 min
Libraries16

Is Stockbridge a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stockbridge is $49,875, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stockbridge is $184,200, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $767 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 575 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,233 per 100,000, 37% below the national average.

Education

30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Stockbridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 32.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Stockbridge has a population of 1,235 with a density of 823 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

1,235
Total Population
823
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Stockbridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stockbridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stockbridge is $49,875, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Stockbridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,875
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,933
Avg Weekly Wage$1,318
IRS Avg AGI$70,063

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,868
County GDP$23,569M

Business (County)

Restaurants619
Healthcare804
Retail855
Manufacturing182

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,455
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Stockbridge is $184,200, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $767 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,074.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,200
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$282,074
Median List Price$189,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$189,900
$/Sq Ft$108
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$767
34% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,455
113% above US avg
Effective Rate4.05%
In Stockbridge, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.9%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death9,801/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access91.6%
Healthcare Facilities804
Stockbridge has a violent crime rate of 575 per 100,000 residents, 51% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,233 per 100,000 (37% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Stockbridge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent575.2/100K
51% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape246.5/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault328.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,232.5/100K
37% below US avg
Burglary164.3/100K
Theft1,068.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Stockbridge has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall32.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation923 ft (281 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density823/sq mi
Coordinates42.4487°N, 84.1758°W
County FIPS26065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 29.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.2%
D 63.9%

Winner: Democrat by 29.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.1%
11% below US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density823/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities804
Restaurants619
Retail Stores855

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Work from Home6.8%

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