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Comprehensive Data Report

Ironwood, MI

ZIP Code 49938

Gogebic County

Population
7,636
Median Income
$43,990
Home Value
$82,900
Livability
68/100
Total Population
7,636
Median Household Income
$43,990
Median Home Value
$82,900
Median Rent
$499

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 49/100 suggests higher crime rates. Consider additional safety precautions.

Median age of 51 years suggests an established, mature community.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
7,636 residents
Median Age
51.2 years
Safety Score
49/100
Below average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
68
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
82/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
49/100
Education
28/100
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Employment
75/100
Housing
92/100
Weather
63/100

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

Ironwood, MI 49938

Coordinates: 46.4796°, -90.1671°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
71
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
28
Below avg
Transportation
93
Average
Healthcare
96
Average
Groceries
89
Below avg
Utilities
94
Average
Overall
71
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

Healthcare & Social Assistance
16.2%
Retail Trade
11.6%
Education
10.4%
Manufacturing
10.1%
Professional Services
8.7%
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
51.2 years
Per Capita Income
$34,582
Poverty Rate
12.4%