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Comprehensive Data Report

Muskegon, MI

ZIP Code 49442

Muskegon County

Population
45,137
Median Income
$47,551
Home Value
$102,300
Livability
68/100
Total Population
45,137
Median Household Income
$47,551
Median Home Value
$102,300
Median Rent
$838

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 45/100 suggests higher crime rates. Consider additional safety precautions.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
45,137 residents
Median Age
36.4 years
Safety Score
45/100
Below average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
68
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
100/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
45/100
Education
20/100
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Employment
69/100
Housing
96/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Muskegon, MI 49442

Coordinates: 43.2373°, -86.1477°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
76
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
41
Below avg
Transportation
94
Average
Healthcare
97
Average
Groceries
91
Average
Utilities
95
Average
Overall
76
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
5,063,414,000
Employment Rate
94.8%
Avg. Commute
22 min
Work From Home
8%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Professional Services
15.7%
Retail Trade
13.9%
Healthcare & Social Assistance
13.2%
Education
8.9%
Manufacturing
8.3%
Total Employed
4,799,371,000
Total Unemployed
264,043,000
Unemployment Rate
5.2%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
36.4 years
Per Capita Income
$23,072
Poverty Rate
15.4%