Stronach, MI

Michigan

Stronach is a small town in Michigan with a population of 187. Residents earn $60,833 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
187 Population 534/sq mi density
$60,833 Median Income $34,042 per capita
$108,100 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 13.9% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,100 home value, $950/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,833
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,100
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population187
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density534/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans12.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,833
Per Capita$34,042
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$1,160M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,100
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden13.9%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.2%
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation607 ft (185 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+88.2%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute28 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries6

Is Stronach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stronach receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Stronach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stronach is $60,833, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stronach is $108,100, 62% 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 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Stronach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Stronach has a population of 187 with a density of 534 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 3.2% Black.

Population

187
Total Population
534
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Stronach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stronach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stronach is $60,833, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Stronach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,833
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,042
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$57,545

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)602
County GDP$1,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare63
Retail105
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,625
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Stronach is $108,100, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,100
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden13.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.9%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,625
89% above US avg
Effective Rate6.13%
In Stronach, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 28.6% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death10,237/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access79.8%
Healthcare Facilities63
Stronach has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density534/sq mi
Coordinates44.2131°N, 86.2731°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.9-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.2%
D 41.3%

Winner: Republican by 15.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+88.2%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density534/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants73
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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