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    OverviewWeatherHousingDemographicsJobsPoliticsCrimeTransportationEducationOutdoorsCulture
    1. Michigan
    2. Presque Isle County

    Major cities or towns:

    Rogers City
    Onaway
    Presque Isle County is situated in the northeastern corner of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, bordering Lake Huron. The county has a continental climate with warm summers and cold, snowy winters. The population is around 13,000, with a median age of 50 and a predominantly white demographic. The economy relies on tourism, agriculture, and manufacturing, with a job market focused on healthcare, retail, and government. The cost of living is below the national average, and the housing market offers affordable single-family homes. The education system includes several public K-12 schools and a community college. Healthcare is provided by a small regional hospital and clinics. Cultural attractions include lighthouses, museums, and festivals, while outdoor recreation abounds in the county's state parks, forests, and Lake Huron shoreline. Transportation infrastructure is limited, with few major highways, and the nearest airports are a significant distance away. Crime rates are generally low, and the community has a small-town, rural character. Overall, Presque Isle County offers a peaceful, nature-oriented lifestyle, though job opportunities and amenities may be more limited compared to larger urban areas.

    Demographics

    Population

    13K

    Ethnicity %

    White
    96
    Black
    1
    Asian
    1
    Hispanic
    1

    Median Age

    55

    Density

    2 of 10

    20 / Mile²

    Avg Family Size

    3.0

    Religious

    40%

    Foreign Born

    7%

    Veterans

    6%

    Adult Smokers

    22%

    Adult Obesity

    39%

    Uninsured

    8%

    Excessive Drinking

    22%

    Poverty Rate

    13.1%

    Weather

    Sunlight

    3.5 hours winter dailyPartly sunny

    Summer average temp

    85°F

    Winter max temp

    31°F

    Precipitation

    29 in.

    Snowfall (inches)

    80.8 (high)

    Drought risk

    Negligible

    Earthquake risk

    Very Low

    Wildfire risk

    Very Low

    Tornado risk

    Very Low

    Hurricane risk

    Very Low

    Crime

    Rank: 2.0 of 10

    (crimes per 1,000 people yearly)

    Violent

    2 (1.1)

    Property

    2 (6)

    Assault

    2 (0.7)

    Larceny (theft)

    2 (5)

    Robbery

    1 (0.0)

    Burglary

    1 (0.6)

    Rape

    5 (0.46)

    Auto Theft

    1 (0.1)

    Murder

    1 (0.00)

    Arson

    3 (0.15)

    Driving deaths involving alcohol

    56%

    Politics and Law

    State politics

    Swing (mixed)

    Abortion laws

    Legal at any stage

    Marijuana laws

    Legal for recreational use

    Gun Laws

    Permit required for concealed carry

    Democrat

    35%

    Republican

    63%

    State Tax Burden

    8.34%

    Cigarette Tax

    $2

    Jobs

    Income (per capita)

    unknown

    Unemployment

    7%

    Employment

    56.6%

    Hours worked

    44.7

    Outdoors

    Natural Amenities

    4.1 / 10

    Water Area

    74.35%

    Near park?

    42%

    Beaches

    Within 1 hour

    Mountains

    Not near mountains

    Tree Area

    64%

    Housing

    Home Ownership

    73%

    Median Home Price

    $197K

    Average Rent

    $542

    Internet over 25mbps

    65%

    Transportation

    Walkability

    unknown

    Cycling

    unknown

    Public Transit

    unknown

    Major Airport

    >2 hours

    Average Commute Time

    25

    Education

    K-12 Test Scores

    5 of 10  

    (avg: -0.07)

    College graduates

    18%

    Culture

    Arts scene

    unknown

    Food awards per 100k

    unknown