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Wedgewood, MI

Michigan

Wedgewood is a small town in Michigan with a population of 273. Residents earn $133,125 per year, which is 77% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
273 Population 440/sq mi density
$133,125 Median Income $43,723 per capita
$300,000 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$133,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$300,000 home value
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $133,125
77% higher than US avg
Home Value $300,000
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.6%
29% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population273
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density440/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$133,125
Per Capita$43,723
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,744M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$300,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking14.3%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,249 ft (381 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.6%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+25.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute18 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries4

Is Wedgewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wedgewood receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Wedgewood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wedgewood is $133,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 77% above $75,149. This places Wedgewood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wedgewood is $300,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Wedgewood 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.

Wedgewood has a population of 273 with a density of 440 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 5.9% Black.

Population

273
Total Population
440
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Wedgewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wedgewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wedgewood is $133,125, which is 77% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Wedgewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$133,125
77% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,723
Avg Weekly Wage$1,007
IRS Avg AGI$55,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Drive Alone45.9%
Public Transit5.5%
Work from Home20.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wedgewood is $300,000, 6% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$300,000
6% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,662
33% above US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In Wedgewood, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 28.5% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death10,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities112
Wedgewood 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

Elevation1,249 ft (381 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density440/sq mi
Coordinates44.1943°N, 85.4898°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 43.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.6-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.6%
29% above US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+25.1%
School Test Score5.23
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density440/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants90
Retail Stores176

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Drive Alone45.9%
Public Transit5.5%
Work from Home20.2%

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