Vicksburg, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Vicksburg is a small town in Michigan with a population of 3,824. Residents earn $70,070 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,824 Population 1,292/sq mi density
$70,070 Median Income $34,330 per capita
$208,300 Home Value $271,992 Zillow
$914 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
95 Violent Crime/100K 1,621 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,070 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$208,300 home value, $914/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
95 violent crimes/100K (75% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,070
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $208,300
26% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 95/100K
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $914
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,824
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density1,292/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,070
Per Capita$34,330
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$20,706M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$208,300
Rent$914
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$271,992

Crime

F
Violent95/100K
Property1,621/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault95/100K
Burglary191/100K

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 58%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Vicksburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vicksburg receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Vicksburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vicksburg is $70,070, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vicksburg is $208,300, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $914 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Vicksburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 95 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,621 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Vicksburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Vicksburg has a population of 3,824 with a density of 1,292 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

3,824
Total Population
1,292
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Vicksburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vicksburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vicksburg is $70,070, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Vicksburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,070
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,330
Avg Weekly Wage$1,264
IRS Avg AGI$82,017

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,972
County GDP$20,706M

Business (County)

Restaurants579
Healthcare749
Retail848
Manufacturing295

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,471
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Vicksburg is $208,300, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $914 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,992.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,300
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$271,992
Median List Price$293,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$293,250
$/Sq Ft$121
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops13.3%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$914
21% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,471
113% above US avg
Effective Rate3.59%
In Vicksburg, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.8% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression30.8%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death7,811/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access91.7%
Healthcare Facilities749
Vicksburg has a violent crime rate of 95 per 100,000 residents, 75% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,621 per 100,000 (17% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent95.4/100K
75% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault95.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,621.1/100K
17% below US avg
Burglary190.7/100K
Theft1,398.6/100K
Vehicle Theft31.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Vicksburg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density1,292/sq mi
Coordinates42.1230°N, 85.5383°W
County FIPS26077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 17.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.3%
D 58%

Winner: Democrat by 17.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,292/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities749
Restaurants579
Retail Stores848

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Work from Home5.0%

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