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Comprehensive Data Report

Pentwater, MI

ZIP Code 49449

Oceana County

Population
2,703
Median Income
$73,102
Home Value
$266,500
Livability
71/100
Total Population
2,703
Median Household Income
$73,102
Median Home Value
$266,500
Median Rent
$698

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median age of 58 years suggests an established, mature community.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
2,703 residents
Median Age
58.1 years
Safety Score
61/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
71
Good
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
78/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
61/100
Education
42/100
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Employment
80/100
Housing
78/100
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

Pentwater, MI 49449

Coordinates: 43.7286°, -86.2920°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
86
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
66
Below avg
Transportation
97
Average
Healthcare
98
Average
Groceries
95
Average
Utilities
97
Average
Overall
86
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
5,063,414,000
Employment Rate
94.8%
Avg. Commute
28 min
Work From Home
12%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Professional Services
16.7%
Retail Trade
15.9%
Healthcare & Social Assistance
14.7%
Manufacturing
10%
Education
8.2%
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
58.1 years
Per Capita Income
$38,713
Poverty Rate
10.0%