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Trufant, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Trufant is a small town in Michigan with a population of 586. Residents earn $83,750 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
586 Population 610/sq mi density
$83,750 Median Income $33,554 per capita
$119,600 Home Value $225,912 Zillow
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,750 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,600 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,750
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $119,600
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population586
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density610/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,750
Per Capita$33,554
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,912
Housing Units253
Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking16.6%
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation933 ft (284 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute33 min
Broadband93.2%
Libraries8

Is Trufant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trufant receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Trufant offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trufant is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trufant is $119,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Trufant experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 72.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Trufant has a population of 586 with a density of 610 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

586
Total Population
610
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.2%
Female 39.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Trufant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trufant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trufant is $83,750, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Trufant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,750
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,554
Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$55,319

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,086
County GDP$2,158M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare122
Retail201
Manufacturing74

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,619
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Trufant is $119,600, 58% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,912.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,600
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,912

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.2%
Housing Units253
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,619
32% above US avg
Effective Rate3.86%
In Trufant, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 29.3% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death8,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities122
Trufant has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall72.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation933 ft (284 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density610/sq mi
Coordinates43.3219°N, 85.3499°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin. 93.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density610/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.2%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities122
Restaurants93
Retail Stores201

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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