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Zeba, MI

Michigan

Zeba is a small town in Michigan with a population of 353. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
353 Population 98/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $23,792 per capita
$97,000 Home Value
$765 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,000 home value, $765/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $765
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.9%
93% higher than US avg

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

People

Population353
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density98/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 42%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$23,792
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty23.9%
County GDP$374M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,000
Rent$765
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units173
Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking20.3%
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation865 ft (264 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+82.3%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute20 min
Broadband83.8%
Libraries1

Is Zeba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zeba receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Zeba offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zeba is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 23.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zeba is $97,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Zeba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 207.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Zeba has a population of 353 with a density of 98 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (56.4%), with 42.2% White.

Population

353
Total Population
98
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Zeba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Zeba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zeba is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Zeba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,792
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$55,390

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.9%
93% above US avg
Establishments (County)211
County GDP$374M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare18
Retail28
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,520
1% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Zeba is $97,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $765 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$765
34% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%
Housing Units173
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,520
1% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Zeba, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 20.3% are current smokers. 30.0% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma14.4%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.3%
45% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,369
Dentists1:1,380
Mental Health1:594
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death10,296/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access17.9%
Healthcare Facilities18
Zeba has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall207.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation865 ft (264 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density98/sq mi
Coordinates46.7877°N, 88.4118°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.8-point margin. 83.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.4%

Winner: Republican by 29.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+82.3%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density98/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants21
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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