Weidman, MI

Michigan

Weidman is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,217. Residents earn $49,545 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,217 Population 215/sq mi density
$49,545 Median Income $22,582 per capita
$104,200 Home Value $174,863 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$49,545 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,200 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,545
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 48.3%
290% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,217
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density215/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

C+
Median Income$49,545
Per Capita$22,582
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty48.3%
County GDP$3,266M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$174,863

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+76.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute31 min
Libraries6

Is Weidman a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weidman is $49,545, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 48.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weidman is $104,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Weidman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Weidman has a population of 1,217 with a density of 215 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,217
Total Population
215
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
5.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Weidman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weidman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weidman is $49,545, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 48.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Weidman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,545
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,582
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$62,263

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate48.3%
290% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,405
County GDP$3,266M

Business (County)

Restaurants160
Healthcare213
Retail228
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,371
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Weidman is $104,200, 63% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,863.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,200
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$174,863

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,371
53% above US avg
Effective Rate5.15%
In Weidman, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death9,503/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access77.2%
Healthcare Facilities213

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Weidman has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area5.7 sq mi (14.6 km²)
Population Density215/sq mi
Coordinates43.7041°N, 84.9780°W
County FIPS26073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53%
D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 7.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+76.5%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density215/sq mi
Total Area5.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities213
Restaurants160
Retail Stores228

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Work from Home11.3%

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