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Yale, MI

Michigan · Sanilac County

Yale is a small town in Michigan with a population of 2,157. Residents earn $50,673 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,157 Population 1,574/sq mi density
$50,673 Median Income $24,504 per capita
$112,100 Home Value $240,505 Zillow
$779 Median Rent 36.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
480 Violent Crime/100K 1,173 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$50,673 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,100 home value, $779/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
480 violent crimes/100K (26% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,673
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,100
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 480/100K
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $779
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.7%
142% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.3%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,157
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density1,574/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

C
Median Income$50,673
Per Capita$24,504
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty18.3%
County GDP$1,747M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,100
Rent$779
Ownership67.6%
Zillow$240,505
Housing Units917
Rent Burden36.7%

Crime

F
Violent480/100K
Property1,173/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault480/100K
Burglary427/100K

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking20.5%
Depression31.0%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation791 ft (241 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute37 min
Broadband80.1%
EV Stations2
Libraries8

Is Yale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yale receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Yale has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yale is $50,673, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yale is $112,100, 60% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $779 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 480 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,173 per 100,000, 40% below the national average.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Yale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 40.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Yale has a population of 2,157 with a density of 1,574 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.2% of residents. 6.2% of the population are veterans. 14.4% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,157
Total Population
1,574
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Yale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Yale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yale is $50,673, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,504 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $935, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 879 business establishments, including 71 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 2.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Yale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,673
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,504
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$57,237
Gini Index0.426 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
142% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.3%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)879
County GDP$1,747M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare103
Retail134
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.1 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Yale is $112,100, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $240,505, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $779 (33% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 67.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 917 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1953. The average annual property tax is $3,870. 36.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,100
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$240,505

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$779
33% below US avg
Rent Burden36.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.6%
Owner-Occupied67.6%
Renter-Occupied32.4%
Housing Units917
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,870
11% above US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Yale, 38.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 34.6% have high blood pressure. 20.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.2% report binge drinking. 28.3% are physically inactive. 31.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.2% experience frequent mental distress. 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,116. The dentist ratio is 1:2,904. 40.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma12.5%
COPD9.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.5%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression31.0%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress15.9%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,116
Dentists1:2,904
Mental Health1:481
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death9,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access40.5%
Healthcare Facilities103
Yale has a violent crime rate of 480 per 100,000 residents, 26% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 480.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,173 per 100,000, 40% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 747, burglary at 427, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Yale receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent480.0/100K
26% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault480.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,173.3/100K
40% below US avg
Burglary426.7/100K
Theft746.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Yale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. The area receives 40.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 791 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density1,574/sq mi
Coordinates43.1283°N, 82.7976°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
CountySanilac County County
Nearest AirportSt Clair County International (PHN)
20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.3"
18% below US avg
Snowfall 40.7"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score70.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability72.0 / 100
Community Resilience68.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.5 on May 23, 2022.

Apr 20, 2018 Michigan M3.4 114 km
Feb 23, 2011 18 km NE of Leamington, Canada M3.0 112 km
May 14, 2017 18 km ENE of Leamington, Canada M2.6 115 km
Sep 7, 2012 17 km ESE of Stony Point, Michigan M2.5 142 km
Mar 8, 2010 7 km ENE of Grosse Ile, Michigan M2.5 110 km
May 23, 2022 2 km NNW of Corunna, Canada M2.5 38 km
Feb 17, 2013 31 km E of Leamington, Canada M2.5 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

225 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 140 fatalities, 1,515 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 8, 1953 EF5 86 km 116
Mar 20, 1976 EF4 85 km 1
May 8, 1964 EF4 51 km 11
May 12, 1956 EF4 73 km 3
Jun 8, 1953 EF4 31 km 0
May 21, 1953 EF4 28 km 2
Jul 2, 1997 EF3 75 km 0
Jul 2, 1997 EF3 67 km 1
Jun 21, 1996 EF3 80 km 0
Sep 14, 1990 EF3 91 km 0
Sep 2, 1984 EF3 8 km 0
Aug 8, 1984 EF3 75 km 0
May 2, 1983 EF3 76 km 0
Mar 20, 1976 EF3 50 km 1
Jul 14, 1974 EF3 62 km 0
Aug 2, 1972 EF3 87 km 0
Nov 20, 1957 EF3 85 km 1
Jun 8, 1953 EF3 96 km 0
Feb 28, 2024 EF2 75 km 0
Jun 22, 2015 EF2 78 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1952 LAKE HURON, MI Avalanche 1.5 m - 32 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 2.1 in
April 44°F (6°C) 2.7 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 65°F (18°C) 3.2 in
July 69°F (21°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in
September 62°F (16°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.2 in

Yale has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 21°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.4").

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Yale is located in Sanilac County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 9.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 72% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73.2% of the vote, a 47.7-point margin. 80.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 103 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.43
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,574/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi
CountySanilac County County

Services

Broadband Access80.1%
Avg Download Speed50.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed26.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants71
Retail Stores134

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.1 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%
Average costs for common services in Yale. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $241 ($144-$385)
Specialist Visit $337 ($192-$529)
Urgent Care Visit $192 ($96-$337)
Emergency Room Visit $2,116 ($770-$4,810)
Dental Cleaning $125 ($72-$192)
Dental Filling $241 ($144-$385)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24-$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $72 ($48-$115)
Brake Pad Replacement $289 ($144-$481)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19-$72)
New Tires (Set of 4) $577 ($385-$962)
Battery Replacement $192 ($96-$337)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $96 ($58-$144)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($48-$135)
HVAC Repair $385 ($144-$770)
HVAC System Install $6,734 ($3,848-$11,544)
Roof Repair $962 ($385-$1,924)
Roof Replacement $8,658 ($5,291-$14,430)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,443 ($481-$3,367)
Divorce (Contested) $14,430 ($4,810-$28,860)
DUI Defense $4,810 ($1,924-$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,443 ($770-$2,886)
Will Preparation $481 ($192-$962)
Trust Preparation $2,405 ($962-$4,810)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14-$43)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29-$96)
Hair Coloring (Full) $144 ($72-$241)
Manicure $24 ($14-$43)
Pedicure $38 ($24-$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $77 ($48-$125)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.94 ($2.89-$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.37 ($2.41-$4.81)
Loaf of Bread $3.66 ($2.41-$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.33 ($2.89-$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.29 ($3.85-$7.22)
Rice (per lb) $0.96 ($0.58-$1.73)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $135 ($77-$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $67 ($29-$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $67 ($38-$115)
Internet (Monthly) $67 ($38-$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29-$96)
Cable TV (Monthly) $82 ($48-$144)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $192 ($72-$481)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,924 ($1,154-$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $67 ($29-$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.70-$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $96 ($29-$241)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($14-$72)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,154 ($577-$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $962 ($481-$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly) $385 ($192-$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $48 ($24-$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $962 ($385-$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,025 ($4,810-$28,860)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29-$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $96 ($48-$192)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29-$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19-$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter $289 ($144-$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter $192 ($96-$385)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$482
Toddler$528
Preschool$528
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$718
Toddler$718
Preschool$696
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Sanilac County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,720 63 $63,221 3.17
Retail Trade 1,299 113 $35,842 1.25
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,149 71 $51,079 0.77
Accommodation & Food Services 882 60 $17,327 0.93
Construction 442 100 $57,582 0.81
Finance & Insurance 321 54 $59,268 0.76
Professional & Technical Services 300 52 $44,671 0.41
Other Services 238 68 $35,924 0.76
Administrative & Waste Services 154 36 $24,748 0.25
Arts & Entertainment 119 11 $25,242 0.68
Information & Technology 114 13 $43,261 0.58
Unclassified 50 16 $31,236 3.44
Real Estate 36 16 $37,594 0.22
Educational Services 31 5 $31,122 0.14

Schools in Yale

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yale Senior High School High 551 26 21.2:1
Yale Junior High School Middle 381 19 20.1:1
Yale Elementary School Elementary 341 22 15.5:1
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Radio Stations near Yale

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHOK 103.9 FM & 1070 AM "Country CHOK" Sarnia, ON (AAC Stream) (CA) country, new format AAC+ 47 kbps
WXOU college radio MP3 192 kbps
CKXS 99.1 FM (CA) classic rock, local news AAC 135 kbps
CHKS-FM "Cool 106.3" Sarnia, ON (CA) classic hits, new format new branding AAC+ 48 kbps
CHOK 103.9 FM & 1070 AM "Country CHOK" Sarnia, ON (MP3 Stream) (CA) country, new format MP3 96 kbps

Campgrounds Near Yale

3 campgrounds found near Yale.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Branton Cundick Campground - - Free
Cathcart Park Campground - - Free
Mooretown Campground - - Free

National Parks Near Yale

115 national parks and monuments found near Yale.

ParkTypeFee
Aboriginal Free
AKO Park Free
AKO Park Free
Alexander Park Free
Algonac State Park State Park Free
Beacon Park Free
Belanger Park Free
Bellewood Park Free
Bloomer State Park State Park Free
Boyer Playfield Free
Bradley Playground Free
Brandenburg Park State Park Free
Bruce Park Free
Cadillac Square Park Free
Campus Martius Park Free
Central Park Free
Circle Park Free
Clark Park Free
Clay Park Free
Coletta Park Free
Community Park Free
Coventry Gardens Park Free
Curry Park Free
Dequindre Cut Greenway Free
Devonshire Park Free
Dodge #4 State Park State Park Free
Dolores Benett Park Free
Erma Henderson Park Free
Ernest Atkinson Park Free
Ewald Playground Free
Factoria Park Free
Farrow Riverside Miracle Park Free
Fort Wayne Free
Fountain Bleau Free
Gabriel Richard Park Free
Gary Dugall Park Free
George Street Park Free
Gil Maure Park Free
Girardot Free
Harmonie Park Free
Hart Plaza Free
Heritage Park Free
Homesite Park Free
Intersection Park Free
Jackson Park Free
Kinsmen Norman Road Park Free
Kiwanis Park Free
Labadie Park Free
Lafayette Greens Free
Lafayette Plaisance Park Free
Lakeport State Park State Park Free
Lakeshore Woods Free
Lanspeary Park Free
LaSalle Park Free
Little River Acres Park Free
Malden Park Free
Maple Park Free
Mark Park Free
Matthew Rodzik Park Free
Maurice Belanger Park Free
Maybury State Park State Park Free
McDonald Park Free
Mic Mac Park Free
Mike Milligan Park Free
Mitchell Park Free
Mt. Elliot Park Free
Muliett Park Free
Murphy Playlot Free
New Center Park Free
North Talbot Park Free
North Tilston Free
Oak Elm Park Free
Ojibway Prairie Provincial Nature Reserve Free
Optimist Memorial Park Free
Pallister Park Free
Partington Park Free
Patrick Maguire Free
Patton Park Free
Perrien Park Free
Pinery Provincial Park Free
Plymouth Park Free
Port Crescent State Park State Park Free
Pykes Park Free
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park Free
Realtor Park Free
Remington Booster Park Free
River Bend Township Park State Park Free
Riverfront Garden Rooms Free
Robert Park Free
Rondeau Provincial Park Free
Roseland Park Free
Roseville Gardens Park Free
Sanilac Petroglyphs State Park State Park Free
Scarcyny Park & Garden Free
Scripps Park Free
Seneca Park Free
Seven Lakes State Park State Park Free
Shawnee Free
Sleeper State Park State Park Free
Somme Park Free
South Merritt Free
South Tilston Free
Southdale Park Free
Stanton Park Free
Stodgell Park Free
Straith Park Free
Thompson Park Free
Tolan Park Free
Tricentennial State Park And Harbor State Park Free
Turtle Club Park Free
Veterans Memorial Park Free
Vince Marcotte Park Free
Weiss Playground Free
Westcott Park Free
Weston Park Free

Trails Near Yale

2 trails found near Yale.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
Coyle Drain - - - -
Wawanosh Wetlands Conservation Area - - - -

Museums in Yale

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MICHIGAN WOOD CARVERS ASSOCIATIONART MUSEUM8107983401$36,531
ALMONT COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CAPAC COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8103957701
CLYDE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MEMPHIS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PINE RIVER NATURE CENTER - ST. CLAIR COUNTYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2585 CASTOR ROAD8103645477
ST CLAIR COUNTY FARM MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8103251737
ST CLAIR COUNTY HAWKINSHISTORIC PRESERVATION8103251732

Libraries in Yale

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ALMONT DISTRICT LIBRARY213 WEST SAINT CLAIR STREET0.040,000
AITKIN MEMORIAL DISTRICT LIBRARY111 NORTH HOWARD AVENUE0.027,948
ELK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY29 EAST LAPEER STREET0.06,000
BROWN CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY4207 MAIN STREET0.04,250

Farmers Markets in Yale

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Almont Farmers' MarketVan Dyke at School Street (northwest corner)Visit

Gas Stations in Yale

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Marathon
Marathon
Sunoco

Nursing Homes in Yale

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
MEDILODGE OF YALE, INC
90 JEAN ST
 For profit - Corporation 120 96 4/5 - 4/5 4/5 8103873226

Pharmacies in Yale

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
PHARMACY PLACE 7470 BROCKWAY ROAD 810-387-0601
SHELDON PHARMACY 25 SOUTH MAIN STREET 810-387-4244

Cell Towers in Yale

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
7042 ARENDT ROAD (94876)GTOWER97
7042 ARENDT ROAD (94876)GTOWER97
11800 Jeddo Road (107516)GTOWER94
11800 Jeddo Road (107516)GTOWER94
15525 BRYCE ROADTOWER88
15525 BRYCE ROADTOWER88
2793 EGLING RDTOWER88
2793 EGLING RDTOWER88
8657 LAPEER ROADTOWER85
8657 LAPEER ROADTOWER85
5247 WILDCAT RD (94864)GTOWER82
5247 WILDCAT RD (94864)GTOWER82
4248 Rabidue Road (114593)LTOWER81
4248 Rabidue Road (114593)LTOWER81
6490 Capac Rd. (113924)MTOWER61
6490 Capac Rd. (113924)MTOWER61

Fire Stations in Yale

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Yale Fire Department7644 S Brockway RDVolunteer810-387-3662

Bridges in Yale

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete1940654,157F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20081133,977G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201262887G
CulvertSteel197620540F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194064444F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193974444F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1996350250F
CulvertConcrete201626200G
CulvertConcrete201624200G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete200084200F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete198589190G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel192034170F
CulvertSteel198023170F
CulvertSteel198426170F
CulvertSteel198326170F
CulvertSteel197920160P
CulvertSteel201322150G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198062120P
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron20194082G
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron20192748G

Airports Near Yale

49 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chris Hadfield AirportYZRMedium Airport
Coleman A. Young Municipal AirportDETMedium Airport
Oakland County International AirportPTKMedium Airport
Selfridge Air National Guard Base AirportMTCMedium Airport
Arnold Field-Small Airport
Avoca Airport-Small Airport
Burgess Field-Small Airport
Butler Airfield-Small Airport
Colinville Field-Small Airport
Cowley Field-Small Airport
Crystal Airport-Small Airport
David's Landing Airport-Small Airport
Dupont-Lapeer Airport-Small Airport
Ed Schulte's Place STOLport-Small Airport
Engler Field-Small Airport
Fasel Field-Small Airport
Flugplatz Airport-Small Airport
Gavagan Field-Small Airport
Gentner Strip Airport-Small Airport
Grass Roots STOLport-Small Airport
Handleman Sky Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Harsens Island Airport-Small Airport
Huron County Memorial Airport-Small Airport
Indian Creek Ranch Airport-Small Airport
John's Airport-Small Airport
Kunstman Airport-Small Airport
Lenox Airport-Small Airport
Letts Field-Small Airport
Marine City Airport-Small Airport
Marlette Township Airport-Small Airport
Miller Field-Small Airport
Norton Field-Small Airport
Oakland Troy Airport-Small Airport
Para Field-Small Airport
Ray Community Airport-Small Airport
Reeces Corners Airport-Small Airport
Robertson Field-Small Airport
Romeo State Airport-Small Airport
Sandusky City Airport-Small Airport
Sebewaing Township Airport-Small Airport
Sharpe's Strip-Small Airport
St Clair County International AirportPHNSmall Airport
Tuscola Area AirportTZCSmall Airport
Vassar Field-Small Airport
Wabash Airport-Small Airport
Wards Long Acres Airport-Small Airport
Willie Run Airport-Small Airport
Witham Field-Small Airport
Yale Airport-Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Yale

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
C Roy IncSpecialty Store444 Roy Dr
Dollar General 24699Other11477 Jeddo Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 5717Other7600 Brockway Rd
J&D MarketConvenience Store1505 Galbraith Line Rd
SUNRISE STORES LLC 07Convenience Store110 N Main St
Sunrise Stores LLC 39Convenience Store10736 Metcalf Rd
Vinckier Foods IncSupermarket115 S Main St
Yale Convenience IncConvenience Store121 S Main St

Treatment Centers in Yale

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Saint Clair County CMH West - CapacBoth810-395-4343

DOL Wage Violations in Yale

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $443 in back wages owed to 5 employees.

1
Violations
$443
Back Wages Owed
5
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
VINCKIER FOODS INC - - 48097 - 1 $443 $89 5

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yale

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BETHEL MISSIONARY CHURCH7975 BRICKER RD
EMANUEL REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH11089 YALE RD
SACRED HEART PARISH YALE310 N MAIN ST
TRINITY MISSIONARY CHURCH406 NORTH ST
YALE CHURCH OF CHRIST114 E MECHANIC ST

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Historic Markers
2
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yale

What is the population of Yale?

Yale has a population of 2,157 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 1,574 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Yale expensive to live in?

Yale has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $50,673, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $112,100 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $779 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Yale safe?

The violent crime rate in Yale is 480 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,173 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Yale receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Yale?

Yale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches, with 40.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Yale?

The job market in Yale faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $935. There are 879 business establishments in the area, including 71 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 37 minutes, and 2.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Yale?

The median home value in Yale is $112,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $240,505. For renters, the median monthly rent is $779. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.6%. The average annual property tax is $3,870.

How are the schools in Yale?

Schools in Yale score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.6% of adults in Yale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Yale?

The obesity rate in Yale is 38.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.5% of adults are smokers. 28.3% are physically inactive. 31.0% of residents report depression. 8.1% lack health insurance. 40.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,116.

What is transportation like in Yale?

The average commute in Yale is 37 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 81% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Yale?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Yale is 96.2% White, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 96.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.8% speak Spanish. 6.2% of the population are military veterans. 14.4% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

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