What are the schools like in Stanwood, MI?

School district data for Stanwood is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Stanwood?

The median household income in Stanwood, MI is $53,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.6%.

What is the weather like in Stanwood, MI?

Stanwood has an average high temperature of 28.2°F in January and 81.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 63.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Stanwood, MI affordable or expensive?

Stanwood's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Stanwood is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $76,900 and the median rent is $850 per month.

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

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

Is Stanwood, MI a Good Place to Live?

Stanwood is a small town of 151 in Michigan, with a median household income of $53,750 and a 9.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

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

All Stanwood 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: 90.3

Stanwood's overall cost of living index is 90.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Stanwood costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Stanwood, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$76,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$850	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	95.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$53,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Metric	Stanwood, MI	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	6.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Stanwood sees average highs of 28.2°F in January and 81.3°F in July, with 36.7 inches of annual precipitation and 63.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Stanwood, MI
Average High — January	28.2°F
Average High — July	81.3°F
Annual Precipitation	36.7"
Annual Snowfall	63.8"

Demographics

Metric	Stanwood, MI	National Avg
Population	151	—
Median Age	49.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	10.6%	22.2%
65 and over	32.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Morley, MI 6 mi Canadian Lakes, MI 7 mi Big Rapids, MI 8 mi Mecosta, MI 11 mi Howard City, MI 13 mi

Stanwood vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stanwood, MI affordable or expensive?

Stanwood's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Stanwood roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $76,900 and median rent is $850/month.

What is the crime rate in Stanwood, MI?

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

What are the schools like in Stanwood?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Stanwood, MI a good place to live?

Stanwood, MI has a population of 151, a median household income of $53,750, and an unemployment rate of 9.6%. 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 Stanwood?

Stanwood averages 28.2°F in January and 81.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.7 inches with about 63.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Stanwood?

The population of Stanwood, Michigan is 151 with a median age of 49.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Stanwood?

Key numbers for living in Stanwood: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $76,900, median household income $53,750. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Stanwood side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.