Ubly, MI

Michigan

Ubly is a small town in Michigan with a population of 830. Residents earn $56,042 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
830 Population 629/sq mi density
$56,042 Median Income $29,266 per capita
$113,500 Home Value $194,634 Zillow
$819 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
242 Violent Crime/100K 845 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$56,042 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,500 home value, $819/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
242 violent crimes/100K (36% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,042
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,500
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 242/100K
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $819
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population830
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density629/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,042
Per Capita$29,266
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$2,158M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,500
Rent$819
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$194,634
Rent Burden27.0%

Crime

F
Violent242/100K
Property845/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary121/100K

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Elevation779 ft (237 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute19 min
Broadband87.1%
Libraries6

Is Ubly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ubly receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Ubly has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ubly is $56,042, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ubly is $113,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $819 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Ubly is below the national average at 242 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 845 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Ubly experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ubly has a population of 830 with a density of 629 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

830
Total Population
629
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ubly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ubly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ubly is $56,042, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Ubly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,042
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,266
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$60,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)999
County GDP$2,158M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare101
Retail130
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,733
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone80.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Ubly is $113,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $819 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,634.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$194,634

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$819
30% below US avg
Rent Burden27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,733
35% above US avg
Effective Rate4.17%
In Ubly, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death7,757/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities101
Ubly has a violent crime rate of 242 per 100,000 residents, 36% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 845 per 100,000 (57% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Ubly vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent241.6/100K
36% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape241.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property845.4/100K
57% below US avg
Burglary120.8/100K
Theft724.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ubly has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation779 ft (237 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density629/sq mi
Coordinates43.7082°N, 82.9356°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.6-point margin. 87.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density629/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.1%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants93
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone80.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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