What are the schools like in Grant, MI?

Grant is served primarily by Grant Public School District. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.9:1.

What is the median household income in Grant?

The median household income in Grant, MI is $44,837 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.8%.

What is the weather like in Grant, MI?

Grant has an average high temperature of 31.7°F in January and 83.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 48.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Grant, MI affordable or expensive?

Grant's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Grant is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $156,600 and the median rent is $798 per month.

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

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

Is Grant, MI a Good Place to Live?

Grant is a small town of 1,347 in Michigan, with a median household income of $44,837 and a 11.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Grant stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

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

All Grant 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: 93.3

Grant's overall cost of living index is 93.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Grant costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Grant, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$156,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$798	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	60.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$44,837	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Grant is served primarily by Grant Public School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.9:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Grant, MI	National Avg
School District	Grant Public School District	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	9.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Grant sees average highs of 31.7°F in January and 83.3°F in July, with 38.5 inches of annual precipitation and 48.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Grant, MI
Average High — January	31.7°F
Average High — July	83.3°F
Annual Precipitation	38.5"
Annual Snowfall	48.0"

Demographics

Metric	Grant, MI	National Avg
Population	1,347	—
Median Age	37.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.6%	22.2%
65 and over	30.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Grant

Grant, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

49327

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grant, MI affordable or expensive?

Grant's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Grant roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $156,600 and median rent is $798/month.

What is the crime rate in Grant, MI?

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

What are the schools like in Grant?

Public schools in Grant are operated by Grant Public School District. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.9:1. 9.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Grant, MI a good place to live?

Grant, MI has a population of 1,347, a median household income of $44,837, and an unemployment rate of 11.8%. 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 Grant?

Grant averages 31.7°F in January and 83.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.5 inches with about 48.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Grant?

Grant, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 49327.

What is the population of Grant?

The population of Grant, Michigan is 1,347 with a median age of 37.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Grant?

Key numbers for living in Grant: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $156,600, median household income $44,837, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Grant side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.