What are the schools like in Au Sable, MI?

Au Sable is served primarily by Oscoda Area Schools. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.8:1.

What is the median household income in Au Sable?

The median household income in Au Sable, MI is $40,395 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.0%.

What is the weather like in Au Sable, MI?

Au Sable has an average high temperature of 29.7°F in January and 80.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 49.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Au Sable, MI affordable or expensive?

Au Sable's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Au Sable is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $103,000 and the median rent is $839 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Au Sable, MI?

Au Sable has a violent crime rate of 39.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 59.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Au Sable, MI a Good Place to Live?

Au Sable is a small town of 1,667 in Michigan, with a median household income of $40,395 and a 6.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

Strengths: Au Sable stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

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

All Au Sable 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: 91.6

Au Sable's overall cost of living index is 91.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Au Sable costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Au Sable, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$103,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$839	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	84.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$40,395	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Au Sable's violent crime rate is 39.8 per 100,000 residents — 90% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

39.8 /100k

Property Crime

59.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Au Sable is served primarily by Oscoda Area Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.8:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Au Sable, MI	National Avg
School District	Oscoda Area Schools	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Au Sable sees average highs of 29.7°F in January and 80.2°F in July, with 32.3 inches of annual precipitation and 49.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Au Sable, MI
Average High — January	29.7°F
Average High — July	80.2°F
Annual Precipitation	32.3"
Annual Snowfall	49.2"

Demographics

Metric	Au Sable, MI	National Avg
Population	1,667	—
Median Age	50.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	14.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.8%	6.3%
Under 18	15.9%	22.2%
65 and over	25.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Oscoda, MI 1 mi East Tawas, MI 11 mi Tawas City, MI 14 mi Harrisville, MI 17 mi Sand Lake, MI 17 mi

ZIP Codes in Au Sable

Au Sable, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

48750

Au Sable vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Au Sable, MI affordable or expensive?

Au Sable's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Au Sable roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $103,000 and median rent is $839/month.

What is the crime rate in Au Sable, MI?

Au Sable's violent crime rate is 39.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 59.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Au Sable?

Public schools in Au Sable are operated by Oscoda Area Schools. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.8:1. 12.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Au Sable, MI a good place to live?

Au Sable, MI has a population of 1,667, a median household income of $40,395, and an unemployment rate of 6.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 Au Sable?

Au Sable averages 29.7°F in January and 80.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 32.3 inches with about 49.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Au Sable?

Au Sable, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 48750.

What is the population of Au Sable?

The population of Au Sable, Michigan is 1,667 with a median age of 50.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Au Sable?

Key numbers for living in Au Sable: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $103,000, median household income $40,395, crime index 7 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Au Sable side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.