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Vandercook Lake, MI
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Vandercook Lake, MI
At a Glance
How Vandercook Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Vandercook Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Vandercook Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Vandercook Lake residents earn a median household income of $52,337 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,558. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,104 business establishments, including 259 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Vandercook Lake is $125,800 , 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $183,802. Median rent is $1,094/month, with 27.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1956.
Safety & Crime
Vandercook Lake reports 895 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 136% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,275/100K.
Education
17.7% of adults in Vandercook Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Vandercook Lake has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.