Tekonsha, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Tekonsha is a small town in Michigan with a population of 579. Residents earn $52,679 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
579 Population 585/sq mi density
$52,679 Median Income $28,393 per capita
$90,700 Home Value $182,428 Zillow
$532 Median Rent 20.4% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$52,679 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,700 home value, $532/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,679
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,700
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $532
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population579
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density585/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,679
Per Capita$28,393
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$9,061M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,700
Rent$532
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$182,428
Rent Burden20.4%

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Elevation937 ft (286 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute20 min
Broadband83.3%
Libraries14

Is Tekonsha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tekonsha receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tekonsha offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tekonsha is $52,679, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tekonsha is $90,700, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $532 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Tekonsha experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 42.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tekonsha has a population of 579 with a density of 585 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

579
Total Population
585
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Tekonsha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tekonsha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tekonsha is $52,679, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Tekonsha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,679
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,393
Avg Weekly Wage$1,195
IRS Avg AGI$64,973

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,104
County GDP$9,061M

Business (County)

Restaurants259
Healthcare404
Retail484
Manufacturing251

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,416
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Tekonsha is $90,700, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $532 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $182,428.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,700
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$182,428

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$54
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$532
54% below US avg
Rent Burden20.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,416
55% above US avg
Effective Rate5.97%
In Tekonsha, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death9,855/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access74.4%
Healthcare Facilities404
Tekonsha has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall42.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation937 ft (286 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density585/sq mi
Coordinates42.0974°N, 84.9919°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density585/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.3%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities404
Restaurants259
Retail Stores484

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

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