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Woodland, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Woodland is a small town in Michigan with a population of 485. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
485 Population 571/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $26,268 per capita
$143,800 Home Value $250,253 Zillow
$417 Median Rent 29.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,800 home value, $417/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,800
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $417
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population485
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density571/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$26,268
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$2,346M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,800
Rent$417
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,253
Housing Units224
Rent Burden29.8%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking17.8%
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation872 ft (266 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+88.4%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute22 min
Broadband72.2%
Libraries7

Is Woodland a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodland is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodland is $143,800, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $417 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 68.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Woodland has a population of 485 with a density of 571 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).

Population

485
Total Population
571
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodland is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Woodland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,268
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$75,726

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,064
County GDP$2,346M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare91
Retail128
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,128
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodland is $143,800, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $417 (64% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,253.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,800
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,253

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$417
64% below US avg
Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.1%
Housing Units224
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,128
75% above US avg
Effective Rate4.26%
In Woodland, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 28.6% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death6,873/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access58.1%
Healthcare Facilities91
Woodland has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 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) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall68.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation872 ft (266 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density571/sq mi
Coordinates42.7268°N, 85.1344°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 72.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+88.4%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density571/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.2%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities91
Restaurants76
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

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