Schoolcraft County

As of the 2020 Census, Schoolcraft County, Michigan, has a population of approximately 8,000 people. The racial composition is roughly 86% White, 8% Native American, 0.4% African American, 0.4% Asian, and 1.2% from other races or multiracial. Hispanic or Latino residents make up about 1.5% of the population. The median household income is around $42,000, and approximately 18% of the population lives below the poverty line. The county covers an area of 1,884 square miles, with a population density of about 5 people per square mile.

As of 2023, Schoolcraft County, MI has a median home value of approximately $94,000. The county's homeownership rate is around 80%, reflecting a predominantly owned residential market. Renters make up about 20% of residents. The median household income is about $47,000. Housing in this region generally consists of single-family homes, with fewer multi-family units. The average property tax rate is around 1.44%. Housing prices and availability can vary significantly within the county, with some areas experiencing modest price increases in recent years.

Note: All values are approximate and subject to change.

In the 2020 general election, Schoolcraft County, MI, had 5,906 registered voters, with 4,243 ballots cast, constituting a 71.84% voter turnout. Key candidates included:

• Presidential Race:

  • Donald J. Trump (R) received 3,041 votes.
  • Joseph R. Biden (D) received 1,102 votes.

• U.S. Senate Race:

  • John James (R) received 2,755 votes.
  • Gary Peters (D) received 1,265 votes.

• 1st Congressional District:

  • Jack Bergman (R) received 3,028 votes.
  • Dana Ferguson (D) received 1,031 votes.

Additionally, various local offices and proposals were on the ballot, reflecting the engagement and preferences of the county’s voters in both state and national matters.

As of the latest data, Schoolcraft County, MI has an educational attainment level that indicates a lower percentage of residents with higher education degrees compared to state and national averages. About 87.8% of Schoolcraft County residents have a high school diploma or higher, while approximately 13.0% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In contrast, the national average for high school graduates is around 88%, and for bachelor’s degree holders, it stands at 33.1%. Michigan's state averages are approximately 90% for high school completion and 29.2% for bachelor's degree attainment. This suggests that Schoolcraft County lags behind both the state and national averages in terms of higher education, indicating a potential area for educational development and investment.

As of recent data, Schoolcraft County, MI, has an employment rate of approximately 55.5%, which is notably lower than both the state average of around 60.7% and the national average of 61.7%. Key industries in Schoolcraft County include healthcare and social assistance (16.4%), retail trade (14.8%), and educational services (12.5%). These sectors are somewhat aligned with broader state and national trends, where healthcare and retail also feature prominently. However, Schoolcraft County has a higher proportion of jobs in the educational services sector compared to the national average. The median household income in the county is about $41,000, significantly lower than the state median of $57,000 and the national median of $68,700. Understanding these differences can help in addressing employment and economic challenges specific to the region.

Schoolcraft County, MI has a median household income of approximately $43,000. This is significantly lower than the median household income for the United States, which is around $68,700, and also below the median household income for the state of Michigan, which is about $59,600.

These figures highlight the economic challenges faced by residents of Schoolcraft County compared to broader state and national averages.

As of the most recent data, Schoolcraft County in Michigan has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The overall crime rate is 10.5 per 1,000 residents. Here’s a summary of the types of crimes reported:

This summary illustrates that property crimes are more prevalent than violent crimes in Schoolcraft County, with larceny-theft being the most common. Please note that these statistics are subject to change as new data becomes available.