Living in South Gull Lake, Michigan
Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of South Gull Lake · Census data 2020–2024
South Gull Lake has 1,801 residents with a median age of 54.3. The median household income is $188,750 (159% higher than the Michigan median), the median rent is $335/month.
South Gull Lake at a glance
- Population
- 1,801
- Median age
- 54.3State: 40.2
- Median household income
- $188,750State: $72,875
- Median rent
- $335/moState: $1,129
- Homeowners
- 81.6%
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 87.5%
- Average commute
- 21 min
Is South Gull Lake a good place to live?
Pros: Median household income 159% higher than the Michigan median; an average commute of 21 minutes; a poverty rate of 0.8%.
Cons: Unemployment of 6.1%.
The weather is best in May–June and August–September.
Cost of living in South Gull Lake
Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In South Gull Lake the median home value is —. Renters pay a median of $335 per month, which is 9% of household income. Homeowners with a mortgage pay $4,001 a month in housing costs.
South Gull Lake median household income
The median household income in South Gull Lake is $188,750 and the income per person is $144,134. 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line (Michigan: 13.2%).
Housing in South Gull Lake: homes for sale and rent
- Housing units
- 964
- Owner-occupied
- 81.6%
- Renter-occupied
- 18.4%
- Vacant
- 17.1%Includes seasonal homes
- Median year built
- 1982
- Average household size
- 2.24
South Gull Lake demographics
- Population
- 1,801
- Median age
- 54.3
- Under 18
- 15.9%
- 65 and older
- 23.7%
- Households
- 799
- Foreign-born
- 1.3%
- Veterans
- 1.9%Adults 18+
Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of South Gull Lake ›
Education in South Gull Lake
87.5% of adults 25 and older in South Gull Lake have a bachelor's degree or higher (Michigan: 32.4%), and 34.3% have a graduate or professional degree.
Jobs and commute in South Gull Lake
- Unemployment rate
- 6.1%State: 5.7%
- Average commute
- 21 minState: 24 min
- Work from home
- 41.1%
- Drive alone
- 56.9%
- Public transit
- 0%
- Walk to work
- 2%
- Homes with broadband
- 97.2%
South Gull Lake vs nearby towns
| Town | Population | Median income | Home value | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Gull Lake | 1,801 | $188,750 | — | $335 |
| Richland | 1,098 | $95,104 | $289,300 | $1,375 |
| Hickory Corners | 196 | $98,397 | $273,400 | — |
| Augusta | 776 | $59,500 | $140,600 | $748 |
| Galesburg | 2,023 | $52,153 | $120,800 | $903 |
| Level Park-Oak Park | 3,488 | $70,652 | $124,500 | $1,307 |
| Comstock Northwest | 5,391 | $73,475 | $261,100 | $1,080 |
| Delton | 936 | $61,552 | $295,200 | $1,267 |
| Parchment | 2,008 | $72,798 | $184,000 | $1,045 |
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What is the median household income in South Gull Lake, MI?
The median household income in South Gull Lake is $188,750, 159% higher than the Michigan median of $72,875 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
How much is rent in South Gull Lake?
The median gross rent in South Gull Lake is $335 per month, about 9% of household income.
Is South Gull Lake, MI a good place to live?
Pluses: median household income 159% higher than the Michigan median; an average commute of 21 minutes; a poverty rate of 0.8%. Minuses: unemployment of 6.1%.
What is the median age in South Gull Lake?
The median age in South Gull Lake is 54.3 years (Michigan: 40.2).
How long is the commute in South Gull Lake?
The average commute to work in South Gull Lake is 21 minutes; 41.1% of workers work from home.
What is the unemployment rate in South Gull Lake?
The unemployment rate in South Gull Lake is 6.1% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
How educated is South Gull Lake?
87.5% of adults in South Gull Lake have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.
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