What are the schools like in Capac, MI?

Capac is served primarily by Capac Community Schools. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.7:1.

What is the median household income in Capac?

The median household income in Capac, MI is $48,485 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.0%.

What is the weather like in Capac, MI?

Capac has an average high temperature of 30.1°F in January and 83.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 46.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Capac, MI affordable or expensive?

Capac's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Capac is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $123,400 and the median rent is $735 per month.

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

Capac has a violent crime rate of 306.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1377.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Capac, MI a Good Place to Live?

Capac is a small town of 1,920 in Michigan, with a median household income of $48,485 and a 8.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Capac stands out for below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime.

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

All Capac 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: 98.0

Capac's overall cost of living index is 98.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Capac costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Capac, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$123,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$735	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	64.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$48,485	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Capac's violent crime rate is 306.1 per 100,000 residents — 19% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

306.1 /100k

Property Crime

1377.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Capac is served primarily by Capac Community Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.7:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Capac, MI	National Avg
School District	Capac Community Schools	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	18.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Capac sees average highs of 30.1°F in January and 83.0°F in July, with 35.9 inches of annual precipitation and 46.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Capac, MI
Average High — January	30.1°F
Average High — July	83.0°F
Annual Precipitation	35.9"
Annual Snowfall	46.6"

Demographics

Metric	Capac, MI	National Avg
Population	1,920	—
Median Age	37.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	83.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	12.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.2%	6.3%
Under 18	23.6%	22.2%
65 and over	14.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Capac

Capac, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

48014

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Capac, MI affordable or expensive?

Capac's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Capac roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $123,400 and median rent is $735/month.

What is the crime rate in Capac, MI?

Capac's violent crime rate is 306.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1377.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Capac?

Public schools in Capac are operated by Capac Community Schools. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.7:1. 11.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Capac, MI a good place to live?

Capac, MI has a population of 1,920, a median household income of $48,485, and an unemployment rate of 8.0%. 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 Capac?

Capac averages 30.1°F in January and 83.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 35.9 inches with about 46.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Capac?

Capac, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 48014.

What is the population of Capac?

The population of Capac, Michigan is 1,920 with a median age of 37.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Capac?

Key numbers for living in Capac: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $123,400, median household income $48,485, crime index 75 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Capac side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.