What are the schools like in Hartland, MI?

Hartland is served primarily by Hartland Consolidated Schools. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.8:1.

What is the median household income in Hartland?

The median household income in Hartland, MI is $107,757 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.

What is the weather like in Hartland, MI?

Hartland has an average high temperature of 30.9°F in January and 82.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 33.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Hartland, MI affordable or expensive?

Hartland's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hartland is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $323,700 and the median rent is $1,099 per month.

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

Hartland has a violent crime rate of 48.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 335.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hartland, MI a Good Place to Live?

Hartland is a small town of 725 in Michigan, with a median household income of $107,757 and a 2.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Hartland stands out for solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population.

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

All Hartland 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

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

Metric	Hartland, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$323,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,099	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	83.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$107,757	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hartland's violent crime rate is 48.4 per 100,000 residents — 87% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

48.4 /100k

Property Crime

335.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

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

Metric	Hartland, MI	National Avg
School District	Hartland Consolidated Schools	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	38.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hartland sees average highs of 30.9°F in January and 82.3°F in July, with 34.1 inches of annual precipitation and 33.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hartland, MI
Average High — January	30.9°F
Average High — July	82.3°F
Annual Precipitation	34.1"
Annual Snowfall	33.2"

Demographics

Metric	Hartland, MI	National Avg
Population	725	—
Median Age	50.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	11.9%	22.2%
65 and over	33.1%	16.8%

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ZIP Codes in Hartland

Hartland, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

48353

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hartland, MI affordable or expensive?

Hartland's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hartland roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $323,700 and median rent is $1,099/month.

What is the crime rate in Hartland, MI?

Hartland's violent crime rate is 48.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 335.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hartland?

Public schools in Hartland are operated by Hartland Consolidated Schools. The district has 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.8:1. 38.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hartland, MI a good place to live?

Hartland, MI has a population of 725, a median household income of $107,757, and an unemployment rate of 2.4%. 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 Hartland?

Hartland averages 30.9°F in January and 82.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 34.1 inches with about 33.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hartland?

Hartland, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 48353.

What is the population of Hartland?

The population of Hartland, Michigan is 725 with a median age of 50.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hartland?

Key numbers for living in Hartland: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $323,700, median household income $107,757, crime index 14 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hartland side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.