What are the schools like in Richland, MI?

Richland is served primarily by Gull Lake Community Schools. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.3:1.

What is the median household income in Richland?

The median household income in Richland, MI is $78,068 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.6%.

What is the weather like in Richland, MI?

Richland has an average high temperature of 32.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 64.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Richland, MI affordable or expensive?

Richland's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Richland is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $236,600 and the median rent is $983 per month.

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

Richland has a violent crime rate of 213.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1171.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Richland, MI a Good Place to Live?

Richland is a small town of 979 in Michigan, with a median household income of $78,068 and a 2.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Richland stands out for below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

All Richland 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: 97.0

Richland's overall cost of living index is 97.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Richland costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Richland, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$236,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$983	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$78,068	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Richland's violent crime rate is 213.0 per 100,000 residents — 44% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

213.0 /100k

Property Crime

1171.5 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Richland is served primarily by Gull Lake Community Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Richland, MI	National Avg
School District	Gull Lake Community Schools	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	44.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Richland sees average highs of 32.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July, with 39.5 inches of annual precipitation and 64.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Richland, MI
Average High — January	32.0°F
Average High — July	84.7°F
Annual Precipitation	39.5"
Annual Snowfall	64.6"

Demographics

Metric	Richland, MI	National Avg
Population	979	—
Median Age	45.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	20.7%	22.2%
65 and over	30.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

South Gull Lake, MI 3 mi Comstock Northwest, MI 5 mi Hickory Corners, MI 6 mi Augusta, MI 6 mi Galesburg, MI 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Richland

Richland, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

49083

Richland vs Other Cities

Richland, MI vs South Gull Lake, MI Richland, MI vs Comstock Northwest, MI Richland, MI vs Hickory Corners, MI Richland, MI vs Augusta, MI Richland, MI vs Galesburg, MI

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richland, MI affordable or expensive?

Richland's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Richland roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $236,600 and median rent is $983/month.

What is the crime rate in Richland, MI?

Richland's violent crime rate is 213.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1171.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Richland?

Public schools in Richland are operated by Gull Lake Community Schools. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.3:1. 44.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Richland, MI a good place to live?

Richland, MI has a population of 979, a median household income of $78,068, and an unemployment rate of 2.6%. 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 Richland?

Richland averages 32.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.5 inches with about 64.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Richland?

Richland, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 49083.

What is the population of Richland?

The population of Richland, Michigan is 979 with a median age of 45.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Richland?

Key numbers for living in Richland: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $236,600, median household income $78,068, crime index 56 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Richland side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.