Housing by town in Calhoun County, Michigan
Calhoun County, Michigan has 29 places with Census figures, and its median gross rent is $968 (±$26) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
27.3% of its households rent.
The median gross rent was $751 in 2015–2019 (+28.9%; Up after inflation).
Clarence Township has the highest median gross rent ($1,477) and Tekonsha Township the lowest ($645).
Figures last updated on .
- Median gross rent
- $968 (±$26)
- Households that rent
- 27.3%
- Median household income
- $63,177
- Places
- 29
Cities, towns and townships in Calhoun County
| Place | Median gross rent | Households that rent | Median household income | Median home value | Median real estate taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albion | $775 | 40.0% | $39,885 | $99,900 | $1,336 |
| Albion Township | $1,063 | 11.8% | $75,990 | $170,200 | $2,406 |
| Athens Township | $972 | 13.9% | $62,841 | $156,400 | $1,845 |
| Battle Creek | $957 | 34.0% | $55,693 | $141,900 | $2,156 |
| Bedford Charter Township | $1,006 | 8.8% | $67,695 | $142,400 | $1,848 |
| Burlington Township (Calhoun County) | $936 | 12.0% | $74,167 | $172,000 | $1,800 |
| Clarence Township | $1,477 | 17.3% | $66,955 | $221,700 | $2,530 |
| Clarendon Township | $1,179 | 14.9% | $77,232 | $164,500 | $1,836 |
| Convis Township | $743 | 9.1% | $70,707 | $184,400 | $2,336 |
| Eckford Township | $1,045 | 7.6% | $82,500 | $205,700 | $3,103 |
| Emmett Charter Township | $1,053 | 30.6% | $79,207 | $220,000 | $3,179 |
| Fredonia Township | $864 | 12.5% | $80,938 | $214,100 | $3,064 |
| Homer Township (Calhoun County) | $744 | 31.9% | $54,519 | $144,400 | $1,870 |
| Lee Township (Calhoun County) | $857 | 6.0% | $84,722 | $212,800 | $2,467 |
| Leroy Township (Calhoun County) | $807 | 7.4% | $81,638 | $245,400 | $2,704 |
| Marengo Township | $851 | 19.6% | $85,450 | $250,000 | $2,429 |
| Marshall | $1,088 | 33.6% | $76,050 | $173,500 | $3,351 |
| Marshall Township | $1,125 | 14.0% | $106,944 | $272,100 | $3,530 |
| Newton Township (Calhoun County) | $1,183 | 7.6% | $74,453 | $251,500 | $3,140 |
| Pennfield Charter Township | $992 | 23.9% | $66,119 | $166,500 | $2,545 |
| Sheridan Township (Calhoun County) | $770 | 13.5% | $60,458 | $158,800 | $1,494 |
| Springfield | $864 | 47.9% | $44,808 | $110,800 | $1,787 |
| Tekonsha Township | $645 | 9.7% | $69,375 | $166,300 | $2,039 |
Villages and places inside a township in Calhoun County
| Place | Median gross rent | Households that rent | Median household income | Median home value | Median real estate taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens | $978 | 22.4% | $70,192 | $157,000 | $1,488 |
| Burlington | $914 | 33.0% | $66,250 | $90,800 | $1,288 |
| Homer | $825 | 43.2% | $54,737 | $136,200 | $1,681 |
| Tekonsha | $613 | 20.3% | $55,000 | $98,300 | $1,386 |
Unincorporated communities in Calhoun County
| Place | Median gross rent | Households that rent | Median household income | Median home value | Median real estate taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownlee Park | $591 | 29.2% | $31,969 | $83,700 | $1,430 |
| Level Park-Oak Park | $1,307 | 5.2% | $70,652 | $124,500 | $1,574 |
HUD income limits, fiscal year 2026
| Household size | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $17,600 | $29,300 | $46,850 |
| 2 people | $21,640 | $33,450 | $53,550 |
| 3 people | $27,320 | $37,650 | $60,250 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $41,800 | $66,900 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $45,150 | $72,300 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $48,500 | $77,650 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $51,850 | $83,000 |
| 8 people | $55,200 | $55,200 | $88,350 |
How the places in Calhoun County rank across Michigan
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Crime reported to police in Calhoun County
| Year | Violent crimes | Violent per 100,000 | Property crimes | Property per 100,000 | Residents served | Departments reporting in full |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,141 | 857 | 3,335 | 2,506 | 133,063 | 5 of 5 |
| 2024 | 984 | 731 | 2,867 | 2,131 | 134,550 | 5 of 5 |
| 2025 | 926 | 695 | 2,575 | 1,933 | 133,233 | 5 of 5 |
In 2025, the police departments that report for Calhoun County recorded 926 violent and 2,575 property crimes, 695 and 1,933 per 100,000 residents.
Every department with residents of its own in the county reported every month that year.
The county figure adds up its city and town police, its sheriff and any state police with residents of their own; a university or transit force is left out, because the people it serves are already counted by the town around them.
The FBI asks that these figures not be used to rank places or to judge how safe a neighborhood is.
Police departments in Calhoun County, 2025
| Department | Residents served | Violent crimes | Property crimes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Creek Police Department | 61,225 | 647 | 1,454 |
| Calhoun County Sheriff's Office | 46,009 | 138 | 442 |
| Emmett Township Police Department | 11,761 | 41 | 470 |
| Albion Police Department | 7,445 | 85 | 142 |
| Marshall Police Department | 6,793 | 15 | 67 |
ZIP codes in Calhoun County
| ZIP code | Residents | Median gross rent | Median home value | Median household income | Households that rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49015 | 27,765 | $1,006 | $184,300 | $68,821 | 28.0% |
| 49014 | 21,980 | $1,021 | $181,100 | $69,009 | 27.0% |
| 49017 | 21,295 | $983 | $152,900 | $60,885 | 25.3% |
| 49037 | 20,550 | $871 | $99,600 | $42,690 | 40.7% |
| 49068 | 14,729 | $1,033 | $214,800 | $80,857 | 23.0% |
| 49224 | 13,447 | $837 | $137,400 | $53,144 | 29.1% |
| 49245 | 4,547 | $849 | $152,500 | $62,206 | 24.7% |
| 49051 | 2,787 | $843 | $259,500 | $74,886 | 5.7% |
| 49011 | 2,236 | $1,057 | $158,600 | $59,722 | 15.1% |
| 49092 | 1,908 | $1,095 | $156,400 | $64,211 | 14.4% |
| 49033 | 1,719 | $947 | $326,600 | $94,750 | 5.8% |
| 49029 | 1,415 | $1,000 | $207,200 | $75,188 | 9.6% |
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Questions about Calhoun County
What is the crime rate in Calhoun County?
In 2025, the police departments that report for Calhoun County recorded 695 violent and 1,933 property crimes per 100,000 residents (926 violent and 2,575 property crimes in all).
Which place in Calhoun County has the highest rent?
Clarence Township has the highest median gross rent, $1,477 (±$948) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Which place in Calhoun County has the lowest rent?
Tekonsha Township has the lowest median gross rent, $645 (±$265) a month.
What is the median rent in Calhoun County, Michigan?
The median gross rent in Calhoun County is $968 (±$26) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Sources
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Calhoun County, Michigan
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Calhoun County, Michigan
- HUD Income Limits, fiscal year 2026: Battle Creek, MI MSA
- FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program, Crime Data Explorer
- FBI: Uniform Crime Reporting statistics and their proper use
- US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates for ZIP Code Tabulation Areas
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