What are the schools like in Baldwin, MI?

Baldwin is served primarily by Baldwin Community Schools. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.0:1.

What is the median household income in Baldwin?

The median household income in Baldwin, MI is $25,587 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.4%.

What is the weather like in Baldwin, MI?

Baldwin has an average high temperature of 28.2°F in January and 81.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 61.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Baldwin, MI affordable or expensive?

Baldwin's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Baldwin is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $94,000 and the median rent is $584 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Baldwin is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Baldwin, MI a Good Place to Live?

Baldwin is a small town of 1,030 in Michigan, with a median household income of $25,587 and a 6.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Baldwin 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 Baldwin is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Baldwin 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: 88.3

Baldwin's overall cost of living index is 88.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Baldwin costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Baldwin, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$94,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$584	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	44.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$25,587	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Baldwin is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Baldwin is served primarily by Baldwin Community Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Baldwin, MI	National Avg
School District	Baldwin Community Schools	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	80.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Baldwin sees average highs of 28.2°F in January and 81.3°F in July, with 37.3 inches of annual precipitation and 61.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Baldwin, MI
Average High — January	28.2°F
Average High — July	81.3°F
Annual Precipitation	37.3"
Annual Snowfall	61.3"

Demographics

Metric	Baldwin, MI	National Avg
Population	1,030	—
Median Age	43.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	68.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	24.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	13.8%	22.2%
65 and over	26.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Luther, MI 13 mi Reed City, MI 18 mi Custer, MI 18 mi Walkerville, MI 18 mi Paris, MI 19 mi

ZIP Codes in Baldwin

Baldwin, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

49304

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baldwin, MI affordable or expensive?

Baldwin's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Baldwin roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $94,000 and median rent is $584/month.

What is the crime rate in Baldwin, MI?

Crime data for Baldwin is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Baldwin?

Public schools in Baldwin are operated by Baldwin Community Schools. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.0:1. 10.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Baldwin, MI a good place to live?

Baldwin, MI has a population of 1,030, a median household income of $25,587, and an unemployment rate of 6.4%. 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 Baldwin?

Baldwin averages 28.2°F in January and 81.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.3 inches with about 61.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Baldwin?

Baldwin, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 49304.

What is the population of Baldwin?

The population of Baldwin, Michigan is 1,030 with a median age of 43.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Baldwin?

Key numbers for living in Baldwin: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $94,000, median household income $25,587, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Baldwin side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.