Kincheloe, MI — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Chippewa County · Michigan
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Kincheloe based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
2,875
2023 ACS
Median Income
$53,333
2023
Median Home Value
$98,100
2023
Median Rent
$839
2023
Median Age
31.0
Unemployment
19.0%
Cost of Living Index
83.2
100 = national avg
Kincheloe is a city in Chippewa County, Michigan, with a population of 2,875 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Kincheloe is one of the communities in Michigan.
The median household income in Kincheloe is $53,333, and the median home value is $98,100. The cost of living index is 83.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $839 per month. The unemployment rate is 19.0%, and the median age is 31.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
2,875
Male
1,311
45.6%
Female
1,564
54.4%
Median Age
31.0
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
13.3%
High School or Higher
29.1%
Foreign Born
0.9%
Veterans
6.8%
Married
37.9%
Avg Household Size
3.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.645
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
51.7%
Foreign Born
0.9%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
4.9%
140 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
95.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
2,592
English Only
98.9%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
7 speakers
Limited English
0.1%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
99.9%
Limited English Proficiency
0.1%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
196
6.8% of population
Disability Rate
55.6%
109 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$42,171
Unemployment Rate
6.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
173
88.3%
Female Veterans
23
11.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$42,171
Non-Veteran Income
$25,723
Difference
$16,448
63.9% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
109
Without Disability
87
Disability Rate
55.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
1,868
#1 Ancestry
English
20.0% (574)
#2 Ancestry
German
12.2% (351)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
7.4% (213)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
842
Family Households
662
78.6%
Married Couples
365
43.3%
Non-Family Households
180
21.4%
Single Mother Households
250
29.7%
Single Father Households
47
5.6%
Living Alone
137
16.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
823
In Married Couple
255
31.0%
With Single Mother
533
64.8%
With Single Father
35
4.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$44,167
Married Couple Income
$72,109
Single Mother Income
$20,417
Avg Family Size
3.4
Avg Non-Family Size
3.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
28
Grandparents Responsible
3
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$53,333
-27% vs national
Per Capita Income
$22,983
-38% vs national
Poverty Rate
34.9%
+156% vs national
Gini Index
0.4229
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
19.0%
+265% vs national
SNAP Recipients
30.6%
of households
How Kincheloe Compares
Kincheloe vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Kincheloe is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Kincheloe, MI has a median household income of $53,333, making it the 19,720th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Kincheloe has a higher median household income than 30% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Kincheloe, MI has a per capita income of $22,983, making it the 24,075th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Kincheloe has a higher per capita income than 14% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Kincheloe, MI has a poverty rate of 34.9%, making it the 2,063rd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Kincheloe has a higher poverty rate than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Kincheloe, MI has a unemployment rate of 19.0%, making it the 1,190th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Kincheloe has a higher unemployment rate than 96% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Kincheloe. The median household income here is $53,333.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
19.0%
+239% vs MI avg
Labor Force
1,223
Employed
991
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
13.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
29.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
31.0
Work from Home
0.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Michigan metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$107.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
83.2
100 = national avg
-16.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,595
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,497
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$823
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,066
per month
The median household income in Kincheloe, MI is $53,333, which is 27.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $22,983. The poverty rate of 34.9% is higher than the MI state average of 14.1%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4229, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 19.0%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 1,223. 13.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 86.3% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 83.2, which is 16.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 76.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,595 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$93,200
Median List Price
N/A
Price Per Sq Ft
$54
Days on Market
84
Active Inventory
7
Months of Supply
3.5
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$97,286
ZHVI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
50.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
103.0%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
2
Pending Sales
3
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$54
Kincheloe vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Kincheloe is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Kincheloe, MI has a median home value of $98,100, making it the 22,484th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Kincheloe has a higher median home value than 20% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Kincheloe, MI has a median rent of $839, making it the 14,358th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Kincheloe has a higher median rent than 36% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Kincheloe, MI has a price per square foot of $54, making it the 19,615th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Kincheloe has a higher price per square foot than 5% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Kincheloe, MI has a rent burden of 18.9%, making it the 10,468th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Kincheloe has a higher rent burden than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$98,100
Median Rent
$839
Total Housing Units
885
Vacancy Rate
4.9%
Owner Occupied
47.6%
Renter Occupied
52.4%
Median Property Tax
$1,452
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$885
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,452
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.48%
of home value
Median Home Value
$98,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,485
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,452) by the median home value ($98,100). In Kincheloe, MI, this works out to an effective rate of 1.48%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Kincheloe, MI is $93,200 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 84 days on the market. 50.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $54. The median rent is $839 per month (Census ACS). About 47.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1962. There are 885 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,452. The effective tax rate is 1.48%, above the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Kincheloe. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
26.3
Very Low
Expected Annual Loss
25.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
55.0
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
71.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
7
Individual Assistance
$8K
Most Common Type
Biological
2 declarations
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | $8K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Deep Freeze → | Freezing | May 1994 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1978 | — | — |
| Drought → | Drought | Mar 1977 | — | — |
| Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Feb 1977 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
5
Total Claims Paid
$122,643
Avg Claim Payout
$24,529
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
1
Federal Funding
$424,989
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.09
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 103.1: Feasibility, Engineering and Design Studies; 301.1: Shoreline Stabilization (Riprap, etc.); 402.1: Infrastructure Protective Measures (Roads and Bridges); 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 1 | $424,989 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Kincheloe has a very low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are wildfire, cold wave, landslide. The area has had 7 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is biological (2 declarations). 5 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. $8,204 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 1 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
42.0%
5.9pp above the national average
Depression Rate
32.3%
8.8pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.0%
3.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.7%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
34.5%
Arthritis
31.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.8%
Teeth Lost (65+)
24.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
25.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
32.3%
Loneliness
36.6%
Lack of Support
26.6%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
43.6%
Mobility
20.5%
Cognitive
23.7%
Hearing
9.4%
Vision
9.5%
Self-Care
6.9%
Independent Living
15.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Kincheloe has an obesity rate of 42.0%, which is 5.9pp above the national average. The depression rate is 32.3%, 8.8pp above the national average. About 10.7% of adults lack health insurance. 77.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
5,300
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| KINROSS TOWNSHIP | 5,300 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
39.1K MT
Top Emitter
DAFTER SANITARY LANDFILL INC
39.1K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (Under 10,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
DAFTER SANITARY LANDFILL INC Gfl Environmental Holdings (Us) Inc | Waste | 39,116 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 1 water system serving the area. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 39.1K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
86.3%
+10% vs national
Public Transit
1.2%
+34% vs national
Work From Home
0.9%
-90% vs national
Carpool
11.1%
How Kincheloe's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
2
2023
5-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Kincheloe, MI covers travel times and transportation modes. 86.3% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. Public transit is used by 1.2% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 11.1% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
98.1%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
85.9%
of households
No Internet
1.5%
of households
Total Households
842
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.6%
of households
Smartphone
95.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
76.7%
of households
Tablet
66.8%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
19.3¢
per kWh
+1% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
14.0¢
per kWh
-9% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.3¢
per kWh
-30% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$119
residential
-19% vs Under 10,000 avg
13% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Michigan averages 19.3¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $119. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Kincheloe vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
5,300
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KINROSS TOWNSHIP | Community | Ground water | 5,300 | 0 |
98.1% of households in Kincheloe have broadband internet access. 85.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 1.5% of households have no internet access. 12.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 5,300 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Kincheloe is located in Chippewa County, MI. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Kincheloe.
Election Overview
Source: Chippewa County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
6,796
37.0%
GOP Votes
11,249
61.3%
Total Votes
18,363
Margin
R+24.3%
Shift from 2020
R+1.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6,796 | 11,249 | 18,363 | 37.0% | 61.3% | R+24.3 |
| 2020 | 6,648 | 10,681 | 17,642 | 37.7% | 60.5% | R+22.9 |
| 2016 | 5,378 | 9,120 | 15,434 | 34.8% | 59.1% | R+24.2 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Chippewa County recorded 18,363 total votes. Republicans won the county with 61.3% of the vote compared to 37.0% for Democrats, a margin of R+24.3%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.4pp from the previous election.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
4
Total Assets
—
Total Income
$0
Per 10K Residents
13.9
nonprofits
-95.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
—
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
1983
ruling year
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Kincheloe, MI has 4 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. That works out to 13.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
58
Total Approved
$7.8M
Jobs Supported
184
Per 10K Residents
201.7
SBA loans
+106.2% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
7
Top Lender
4Front Credit Union
34 loans
Top Industry
Transportation & Warehousing
Data Span
1995–2024
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
57
Total Amount
$7.6M
Avg Loan
$134,144
Median Loan
$98,000
SBA Guaranteed
$4.5M(59%)
Jobs Supported
184
Loans
1
Total Amount
$133K
Avg Loan
$133,000
Median Loan
$133,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
8
14% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$1.1M
14% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$134,988
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Galer Funeral Home Inc. | 1 | $1.1M |
| Rmg Maple Products Inc | 1 | $580K |
| Djs Trucking Express Inc. | 3 | $535K |
| Jpt&c Kinross Inc. | 1 | $420K |
| Beacom Enterprises Inc | 1 | $335K |
| Canadian Maple Llc | 2 | $272K |
| Pickford Veterinary Services Inc | 2 | $268K |
| Wilderness Treasures Inc. | 2 | $259K |
| Rmg Family Sugar Bush Inc | 1 | $250K |
| Rmg Family Sugar Bush Inc. | 1 | $250K |
Kincheloe, MI has received 58 SBA loans totaling $7.8M in approved funding between 1995 and 2024. The 7(a) program accounts for 57 loans (98% of the total), supporting 184 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 1 loans totaling $133K. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Transportation & Warehousing. The most active SBA lender in Kincheloe is 4Front Credit Union with 34 loans. That works out to 201.7 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
7
Total Population
11,542
Avg Median Income
-$95,178,471
Avg Home Value
-$95,112,209
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49710 | 311 | $73,500 | $184,800 | N/A | 34.4 |
| 49724 | 1,172 | $65,096 | $163,300 | $1,140 | 61.1 |
| 49752 | 922 | $75,366 | $126,800 | N/A | 20.8 |
| 49774 | 1,994 | $80,350 | $168,000 | $850 | 152.6 |
| 49780 | 1,606 | $70,417 | $139,300 | $708 | 269.5 |
| 49784 | 1,558 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 49788 | 3,979 | $52,639 | $99,000 | $839 | 7.6 |
Kincheloe, MI has 7 ZIP codes with a combined population of 11,542. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$95,178,471. The average median home value is -$95,112,209. The average median monthly rent is -$285,713,780.
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