Escanaba

Delta County, Michigan

Population 37K |Median income $57,809 |1 hospital

Population

36,813

Delta County

Median Income

$57,809

-15% vs avg

Median Home Value

$157,100

-31% vs avg

Median Age

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

37K-0%

Median Income

$57,809+35%

Median Home Value

$157,100+57%

Poverty Rate

12.7%-23%

Unemployment

4.2%-62%

Economics

Median Rent

$692/mo

Poverty Rate

12.7% -11% vs avg

Unemployment 4.2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 20.6%

Work From Home 5.8%

Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 90.4%

Two or More Ethnicities 7.4%

Asian 0.5%

African American 0.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

40.1%

Obesity

39.9%

Short Sleep Duration

29.3%

Physical Inactivity

26.8%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.6%

Current Smoking

16.4%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.9%

Binge Drinking

14.6%

Diabetes

13.8%

Current Asthma

11.6%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 70%

Annual Checkup 81.1%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

9.1%

Lack of Health Insurance

6.7%

Stroke

4.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

OSF ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL GROUP

ESCANABA · Critical Access Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Escanaba Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Alert Issued for West of Barren Islands and Kamishak Bay

NOAA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago

Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Lake, Mason, and Oceana Counties Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Escanaba, MI? ▼

Escanaba, MI has a population of 36,813 people, located in Delta County, Michigan.

What is the median household income in Escanaba? ▼

The median household income in Escanaba, MI is $57,809 per year. The poverty rate is 12.7%.

What is the median home value in Escanaba? ▼

The median home value in Escanaba, MI is $157,100. Median rent is $692/month.

What are the top health concerns in Escanaba? ▼

The top health indicators in Escanaba include High Blood Pressure (40.1%), Obesity (39.9%), Short Sleep Duration (29.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Escanaba? ▼

Escanaba has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Escanaba? ▼

The median age in Escanaba, MI is 48 years. 20.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Escanaba, MI is located in Delta County, Michigan. With a population of 37K and a median household income of $57,809, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Escanaba area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Delta County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.