What are the schools like in Ferrysburg, MI?

Ferrysburg is served primarily by Spring Lake Public Schools. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.9:1.

What is the median household income in Ferrysburg?

The median household income in Ferrysburg, MI is $67,022 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.

What is the weather like in Ferrysburg, MI?

Ferrysburg has an average high temperature of 31.7°F in January and 80.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 87.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Ferrysburg, MI affordable or expensive?

Ferrysburg's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ferrysburg is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $216,800 and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

Ferrysburg 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 Ferrysburg, MI a Good Place to Live?

Ferrysburg is a small town of 2,959 in Michigan, with a median household income of $67,022 and a 2.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Ferrysburg stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Ferrysburg is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Ferrysburg 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

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

Metric	Ferrysburg, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$216,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	92.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$67,022	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Ferrysburg'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

Ferrysburg is served primarily by Spring Lake Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ferrysburg, MI	National Avg
School District	Spring Lake Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	44.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	98.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ferrysburg sees average highs of 31.7°F in January and 80.0°F in July, with 37.6 inches of annual precipitation and 87.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ferrysburg, MI
Average High — January	31.7°F
Average High — July	80.0°F
Annual Precipitation	37.6"
Annual Snowfall	87.2"

Demographics

Metric	Ferrysburg, MI	National Avg
Population	2,959	—
Median Age	51.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	17.1%	22.2%
65 and over	32.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Spring Lake, MI 2 mi Grand Haven, MI 2 mi Fruitport, MI 4 mi Norton Shores, MI 6 mi Nunica, MI 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Ferrysburg

Ferrysburg, MI is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

49456 49409

Ferrysburg vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ferrysburg, MI affordable or expensive?

Ferrysburg's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ferrysburg roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $216,800 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Ferrysburg, MI?

Ferrysburg'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 Ferrysburg?

Public schools in Ferrysburg are operated by Spring Lake Public Schools. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.9:1. 44.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ferrysburg, MI a good place to live?

Ferrysburg, MI has a population of 2,959, a median household income of $67,022, and an unemployment rate of 2.2%. 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 Ferrysburg?

Ferrysburg averages 31.7°F in January and 80.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.6 inches with about 87.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ferrysburg?

Ferrysburg, MI is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 49456, 49409.

What is the population of Ferrysburg?

The population of Ferrysburg, Michigan is 2,959 with a median age of 51.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ferrysburg?

Key numbers for living in Ferrysburg: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $216,800, median household income $67,022, crime index 57 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ferrysburg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.