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Thompsonville, MI

Michigan

Thompsonville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 508. Residents earn $62,083 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
508 Population 508/sq mi density
$62,083 Median Income $27,298 per capita
$100,700 Home Value $295,770 Zillow
$731 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$62,083 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,700 home value, $731/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,083
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,700
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population508
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density508/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,083
Per Capita$27,298
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,700
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$295,770
Housing Units278
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking17.8%
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation794 ft (242 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+84.7%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute26 min
Broadband89.6%
EV Stations4
Libraries4

Is Thompsonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thompsonville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Thompsonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thompsonville is $62,083, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thompsonville is $100,700, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Thompsonville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°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 36.2 inches, including 101.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Thompsonville has a population of 508 with a density of 508 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 7.7% Hispanic.

Population

508
Total Population
508
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Thompsonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Thompsonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thompsonville is $62,083, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Thompsonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,083
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,298
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$55,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)895
County GDP$1,744M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare112
Retail176
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Thompsonville is $100,700, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,770.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,700
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$295,770
Median List Price$68,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$68,000
$/Sq Ft$200
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.8%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$731
37% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.6%
Housing Units278
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.63%
In Thompsonville, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 29.7% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits67.5%
Premature Death10,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities112
Thompsonville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall101.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density508/sq mi
Coordinates44.5200°N, 85.9380°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.6-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+84.7%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density508/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.6%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants90
Retail Stores176

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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