Michigan
White Pigeon is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,637. Residents earn $44,063 per year, which is 41% below the national average.
Based on current data, White Pigeon receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. White Pigeon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in White Pigeon is $44,063, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in White Pigeon is $143,100, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $769 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 463 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,917 per 100,000, near the national average.
9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
White Pigeon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 41.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 96.0% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.0% |
| 70% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $44,063 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,292 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,030 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,770 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.3% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,282 |
| County GDP | $2,875M |
| Restaurants | 106 |
| Healthcare | 134 |
| Retail | 192 |
| Manufacturing | 120 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,168 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.61% |
| Commute Time | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
| Census Median | $143,100 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $225,279 |
| Census Median Rent | $769 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,168 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.61% |
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.7% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 29.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,116/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 134 |
| Total Violent | 462.7/100K |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 264.4/100K |
| Robbery | 66.1/100K |
| Assault | 132.2/100K |
| Total Property | 1,916.7/100K |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 198.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,652.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 66.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 39.7 inches |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 41.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 813 ft (248 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,161/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7952°N, 85.6504°W |
| County FIPS | 26149 |
Winner: Republican by 34 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.3% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.23 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,161/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.4 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 134 |
| Restaurants | 106 |
| Retail Stores | 192 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |