Frankenmuth, MI

Frankenmuth, Michigan

Frankenmuth, Michigan, in Saginaw county, is 12 miles SE of Saginaw, Michigan (center to center) and 77 miles NW of Detroit, Michigan. Part of the surrounding Saginaw - Bay City - Midland metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Frankenmuth is home to some 4,838 residents.

The People and Families of Frankenmuth

In Frankenmuth, about 60% of adults are married. People in Frankenmuth have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.

There are more females than males in the city than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in Frankenmuth.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Frankenmuth had a median family income of $71,667. More so than most places, the people in Frankenmuth generally have good jobs with good salaries. The large segment of the population in the city with spending money keeps the city vital. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Frankenmuth. It's worth saying that successful single folks are not uncommon in the city.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($12,725) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Frankenmuth. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Frankenmuth Housing

According to the 2000 census, 67% of the housing in Frankenmuth was owner-occupied. On average, homes in the city have gone up relatively recently.

Commuting

In Frankenmuth, 93% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in Frankenmuth let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers)	Top 3%
Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers)	Top 5%
Median Family Income (vs. Peers)	Top 6%
People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers)	Top 7%
College Educated Adults (vs. Peers)	Top 10%
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 13%
Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers)	Top 16%

Comparative Profile of Frankenmuth, MI

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Women
Senior Citizens
Well-Paid Single Men
Female Share of the Population
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old
Male Share of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Living Alone
Housing Recently Built
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents

Frankenmuth Almanac

Frankenmuth Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Frankenmuth Public Libraries

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Frankenmuth Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Frankenmuth residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Nearby Cities and Towns

Frankenmuth High Schools (2004)

FRANKENMUTH HIGH SCHOOL
525 E. GENESEE STREET
989-652-9955
Serves 593 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 19.1

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