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Walkerville, MI

Michigan

Walkerville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 283. Residents earn $39,375 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
283 Population 228/sq mi density
$39,375 Median Income $15,647 per capita
$50,600 Home Value $168,234 Zillow
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$39,375 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,600 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,375
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,600
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density228/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,375
Per Capita$15,647
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$833M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,234
Housing Units86
Rent Burden27.0%

Health

Obesity42.4%
Uninsured11.8%
Smoking19.5%
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation879 ft (268 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+85.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute30 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries4

Is Walkerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walkerville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Walkerville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walkerville is $39,375, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walkerville is $50,600, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Walkerville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches, including 74.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Walkerville has a population of 283 with a density of 228 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.2%).

Population

283
Total Population
228
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Walkerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Walkerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walkerville is $39,375, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Walkerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,375
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,647
Avg Weekly Wage$878
IRS Avg AGI$57,589

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)567
County GDP$833M

Business (County)

Restaurants64
Healthcare43
Retail96
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,613
60% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate11.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Walkerville is $50,600, 82% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,234.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,600
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,234

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied94.9%
Housing Units86
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,613
60% above US avg
Effective Rate11.09%
In Walkerville, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 29.3% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured11.8%
37% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits59.0%
Premature Death8,787/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities43
Walkerville has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall74.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation879 ft (268 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density228/sq mi
Coordinates43.7147°N, 86.1259°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+85.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density228/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants64
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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