Woodland Beach, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Woodland Beach is a small town in Michigan with a population of 2,509. Residents earn $70,330 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,509 Population 4,825/sq mi density
$70,330 Median Income $32,886 per capita
$159,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$70,330 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,300 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,330
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,300
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.6%
147% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,509
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density4,825/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,330
Per Capita$32,886
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty30.6%
County GDP$8,136M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Elevation579 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute29 min
Libraries18

Is Woodland Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodland Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Woodland Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodland Beach is $70,330, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 30.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodland Beach is $159,300, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodland Beach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 41.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Woodland Beach has a population of 2,509 with a density of 4,825 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

2,509
Total Population
4,825
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodland Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodland Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodland Beach is $70,330, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Woodland Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,330
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,886
Avg Weekly Wage$1,164
IRS Avg AGI$72,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.6%
147% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,514
County GDP$8,136M

Business (County)

Restaurants276
Healthcare282
Retail371
Manufacturing126

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,560
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodland Beach is $159,300, 43% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,300
43% below US avg
Median List Price$214,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$214,900
$/Sq Ft$131
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio86.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

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-Occupied96.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,560
30% above US avg
Effective Rate2.86%
In Woodland Beach, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Woodland Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death8,571/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities282

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Woodland Beach has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall41.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation579 ft (176 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density4,825/sq mi
Coordinates41.9417°N, 83.3140°W
County FIPS26115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.9%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density4,825/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities282
Restaurants276
Retail Stores371

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Work from Home2.6%

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