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Benzonia, MI


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Benzonia, Michigan

Benzonia, Michigan, in Benzie county, is 94 miles E of Green Bay, Wisconsin (center to center) and 141 miles NE of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The village contains a population of approximately 519.

The People and Families of Benzonia

In Benzonia, about 46% of adults are married. Unmarried people abound in Benzonia.

Unlike most villages, the village has proportionately more males than females.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Benzonia had a median family income of $35,104. If you never see your neighbor it may be because he or she works from home rather than driving to the office. That's not unusual in Benzonia.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Benzonia favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $300. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the village.

Benzonia Housing

Benzonia has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 84% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The village sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use.

Commuting

In Benzonia, 85% of commuters drive to work. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Benzonia can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Benzonia strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Michigan):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Benzonia Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Benzonia, MI

Comparing Benzonia to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Michigan (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population910
Senior Citizens89
Age of the Population79
Well-Paid Single Men64
Racial Diversity65
Female Share of the Population22
Children Under 5 Years Old21

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married23
Average Household Size22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults87
People Above Poverty65
People in Middle Class or Better42
Median Family Income32

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home910
Short Commute Times98
Walking and Biking to Work75
Public Transportation Use64

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
People Living Alone88
Affordability of Rents68
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals53
Housing Recently Built47
Affordability of Property Taxes47
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