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Comprehensive Data Report

Wakefield, MI

ZIP Code 49968

Gogebic County

Population
2,124
Median Income
$44,083
Home Value
$70,900
Livability
64/100
Total Population
2,124
Median Household Income
$44,083
Median Home Value
$70,900
Median Rent
$594

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 47/100 suggests higher crime rates. Consider additional safety precautions.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
2,124 residents
Median Age
47.0 years
Safety Score
47/100
Below average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
64
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
77/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
47/100
Education
29/100
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Employment
64/100
Housing
87/100
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

Wakefield, MI 49968

Coordinates: 46.4908°, -89.8752°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
29
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

Professional Services
16.9%
Education
12.9%
Healthcare & Social Assistance
12.5%
Retail Trade
12%
Manufacturing
9.5%
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
47.0 years
Per Capita Income
$34,142
Poverty Rate
18.1%