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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):

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

Comparative Profile of Frankenmuth, MI

Comparing Frankenmuth 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
Age of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Senior Citizens1010
Well-Paid Single Men109
Female Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity42
Children Under 5 Years Old21
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married68
Average Household Size12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income1010
People in Middle Class or Better1010
College Educated Adults109
People Above Poverty98

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times99
Walking and Biking to Work88
Public Transportation Use76
Working at Home55

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone99
Housing Recently Built910
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals86
Seasonal and Vacation Housing67
Affordability of Property Taxes23
Affordability of Rents22
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