Living in Wedgewood, Michigan

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Wedgewood · Census data 2020–2024

Wedgewood has 241 residents with a median age of 60.9. The median household income is $131,563 (81% higher than the Michigan median), the median home value is $322,700.

Wedgewood is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.

Wedgewood at a glance

Population
241
Median age
60.9State: 40.2
Median household income
$131,563State: $72,875
Median home value
$322,700State: $231,600
Homeowners
100%
Bachelor's degree or higher
41.8%
Average commute
19 min

Is Wedgewood a good place to live?

Pros: Median household income 81% higher than the Michigan median; an average commute of 19 minutes.

Cons: Home values 39% higher than the state median.

The weather is best in June to September.

Cost of living in Wedgewood

Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In Wedgewood the median home value is $322,700, 3% lower than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of — per month. Homeowners with a mortgage pay $1,935 a month in housing costs.

Median home value

Wedgewood$322,700
Michigan$231,600
United States$332,700

Median monthly rent

Michigan$1,129
United States$1,413

Wedgewood median household income

The median household income in Wedgewood is $131,563 and the income per person is $45,952. 0% of residents live below the poverty line (Michigan: 13.2%).

Median household income

Wedgewood$131,563
Michigan$72,875
United States$80,734

Housing in Wedgewood: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
81
Owner-occupied
100%
Renter-occupied
0%
Vacant
0%Includes seasonal homes
Median year built
1995
Average household size
2.36

Wedgewood demographics

Population
241
Median age
60.9
Under 18
8.3%
65 and older
49.8%
Households
81
Foreign-born
4.1%
Veterans
2.7%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White89.6%
Hispanic or Latino0%
Black10.4%
Asian0%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Wedgewood ›

Education in Wedgewood

41.8% of adults 25 and older in Wedgewood have a bachelor's degree or higher (Michigan: 32.4%), and 28.1% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

Wedgewood41.8%
Michigan32.4%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in Wedgewood

Unemployment rate
0%State: 5.7%
Average commute
19 minState: 24 min
Work from home
17.7%
Drive alone
59.4%
Public transit
5.2%
Walk to work
0%
Homes with broadband
100%

Wedgewood vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
Wedgewood241$131,563$322,700—
Cadillac10,445$51,773$134,300$842
Tustin203$91,250$114,800—
Haring199$105,441$158,100—
Le Roy202$70,250$137,500—
Harrietta230$45,938$154,200$800
Jennings254$41,023——
McBain706$47,083$141,700$298
Luther303$54,167$102,300$1,054

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Living in Wedgewood: FAQ

What is the median household income in Wedgewood, MI?

The median household income in Wedgewood is $131,563, 81% higher than the Michigan median of $72,875 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

What is the average home price in Wedgewood?

The median home value in Wedgewood is $322,700, compared with $231,600 in Michigan.

Is Wedgewood, MI a good place to live?

Pluses: median household income 81% higher than the Michigan median; an average commute of 19 minutes. Minuses: home values 39% higher than the state median.

What is the median age in Wedgewood?

The median age in Wedgewood is 60.9 years (Michigan: 40.2).

How long is the commute in Wedgewood?

The average commute to work in Wedgewood is 19 minutes; 17.7% of workers work from home.

What is the unemployment rate in Wedgewood?

The unemployment rate in Wedgewood is 0% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is Wedgewood?

41.8% of adults in Wedgewood 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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