What are the schools like in Allendale, MI?

Allendale is served primarily by Allendale Public Schools. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.3:1.

What is the median household income in Allendale?

The median household income in Allendale, MI is $64,356 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.5%.

What is the weather like in Allendale, MI?

Allendale has an average high temperature of 31.7°F in January and 80.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 74.9 inches.

Allendale, MI Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Allendale, MI affordable or expensive?

Allendale's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Allendale is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $266,500 and the median rent is $1,144 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Allendale, MI?

Allendale has a violent crime rate of 260.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 860.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Allendale, MI a Good Place to Live?

Allendale is a small city of 25,206 in Michigan, with a median household income of $64,356 and a 7.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Allendale stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Allendale is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Allendale city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 95.2

Allendale's overall cost of living index is 95.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Allendale costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Allendale, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$266,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,144	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	48.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$64,356	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Allendale's violent crime rate is 260.1 per 100,000 residents — 32% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

260.1 /100k

Property Crime

860.8 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Allendale is served primarily by Allendale Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.3:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Allendale, MI	National Avg
School District	Allendale Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	39.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Allendale sees average highs of 31.7°F in January and 80.0°F in July, with 42.7 inches of annual precipitation and 74.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Allendale, MI
Average High — January	31.7°F
Average High — July	80.0°F
Annual Precipitation	42.7"
Annual Snowfall	74.9"

Demographics

Metric	Allendale, MI	National Avg
Population	25,206	—
Median Age	21.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	90.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.1%	18.9%
Asian	1.7%	6.3%
Under 18	13.9%	22.2%
65 and over	5.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Allendale

Allendale, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

49401

Allendale vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allendale, MI affordable or expensive?

Allendale's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Allendale roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $266,500 and median rent is $1,144/month.

What is the crime rate in Allendale, MI?

Allendale's violent crime rate is 260.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 860.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Allendale?

Public schools in Allendale are operated by Allendale Public Schools. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.3:1. 39.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Allendale, MI a good place to live?

Allendale, MI has a population of 25,206, a median household income of $64,356, and an unemployment rate of 7.5%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Allendale?

Allendale averages 31.7°F in January and 80.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.7 inches with about 74.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Allendale?

Allendale, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 49401.

What is the population of Allendale?

The population of Allendale, Michigan is 25,206 with a median age of 21.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Allendale?

Key numbers for living in Allendale: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $266,500, median household income $64,356, crime index 57 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Allendale side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.