Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 56.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.90 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| College Grads | 50.4% ▲ 30% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 9% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 418 (29.2%) |
| Some College | 115 (8%) |
| Associates | 183 (12.8%) |
| Bachelors | 141 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 574 (40.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,937 ▼ 32% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $187,429 ▼ 33% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $594/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,930 |
| Vacant Units | 971 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Keweenaw County is located in Michigan and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 1,814 residents. With a median age of 56.93, it is an older county.
Keweenaw County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $51,937 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 7.8% is well below the national average.
Housing in Keweenaw County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $187,429 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $594. Homeownership rates are high at 91.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Keweenaw County are primarily White (94.93%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 50.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Keweenaw County, MI is a working-class area in Michigan. The 4 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.