What are the schools like in Woodland, MI?

Woodland is served primarily by Lakewood Public Schools. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 19.7:1.

What is the median household income in Woodland?

The median household income in Woodland, MI is $52,188 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 16.4%.

What is the weather like in Woodland, MI?

Woodland has an average high temperature of 30.5°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 68.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Woodland, MI affordable or expensive?

Woodland's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Woodland is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $133,700 and the median rent is $488 per month.

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

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

Is Woodland, MI a Good Place to Live?

Woodland is a small town of 479 in Michigan, with a median household income of $52,188 and a 16.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Woodland 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 Woodland is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Woodland 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: 88.6

Woodland's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Woodland costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Woodland, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$133,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$488	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$52,188	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Woodland is served primarily by Lakewood Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 19.7:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Woodland, MI	National Avg
School District	Lakewood Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	19.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	9.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Woodland sees average highs of 30.5°F in January and 82.1°F in July, with 39.6 inches of annual precipitation and 68.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Woodland, MI
Average High — January	30.5°F
Average High — July	82.1°F
Annual Precipitation	39.6"
Annual Snowfall	68.0"

Demographics

Metric	Woodland, MI	National Avg
Population	479	—
Median Age	43.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	16.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	21.9%	22.2%
65 and over	24.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Woodland

Woodland, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

48897

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Woodland, MI affordable or expensive?

Woodland's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Woodland roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $133,700 and median rent is $488/month.

What is the crime rate in Woodland, MI?

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

What are the schools like in Woodland?

Public schools in Woodland are operated by Lakewood Public Schools. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 19.7:1. 9.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Woodland, MI a good place to live?

Woodland, MI has a population of 479, a median household income of $52,188, and an unemployment rate of 16.4%. 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 Woodland?

Woodland averages 30.5°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.6 inches with about 68.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Woodland?

Woodland, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 48897.

What is the population of Woodland?

The population of Woodland, Michigan is 479 with a median age of 43.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Woodland?

Key numbers for living in Woodland: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $133,700, median household income $52,188, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Woodland side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.