Tustin, MI

Michigan

Tustin is a small town in Michigan with a population of 220. Residents earn $88,750 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
220 Population 564/sq mi density
$88,750 Median Income $31,334 per capita
$108,600 Home Value $224,420 Zillow
$688 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$88,750 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,600 home value, $688/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,750
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $108,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population220
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density564/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,750
Per Capita$31,334
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,600
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$224,420
Housing Units84
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking18.0%
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute27 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries4

Is Tustin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tustin receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Tustin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tustin is $88,750, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tustin is $108,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Tustin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tustin has a population of 220 with a density of 564 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

220
Total Population
564
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tustin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tustin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tustin is $88,750, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Tustin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,750
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,334
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$55,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below 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 Rate4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone61.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Tustin is $108,600, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $224,420.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,600
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$224,420

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.8%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.29%
In Tustin, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 30.6% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression30.6%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits64.1%
Premature Death10,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities112
Tustin has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,207 ft (368 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density564/sq mi
Coordinates44.1009°N, 85.4589°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.6-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.5%
36% below US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density564/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants90
Retail Stores176

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone61.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

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