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Discover Schoolcraft County

Photo Taken By Jake Shampine

Welcome to Schoolcraft County! Nestled in the heart of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Schoolcraft County and the City of Manistique boast a strategic location that offers a harmonious blend of natural beauty and accessibility. Whether you're a new resident seeking a vibrant natural haven, or a business owner drawn to a strategic location, Schoolcraft County and Manistique have something special to offer.

Total Population: 8,188

Population By Township

Schoolcraft County Population

Schoolcraft County ranks as the fourth largest county in Michigan per square mile, covering 1,171.88. Despite being the fourth smallest by population, this abundance of space signals vast opportunities for thoughtful development and expansion

Employment Percentages

Schoolcraft County has a rich economic history of lumbering and mining; however, these industries have declined over time. Today, the county's workforce is mainly concentrated in the office and administrative support, followed by sales and related occupations and healthcare practitioners and technical occupations.

Housing

Housing Units: 5,979

Owner Occupancy: 84.50%

The owner occupied statistic is influenced by an abundance of summer homes in the area.

Median Household Income

The median household income stands at $54,163. 

Average List Price for homes in Schoolcraft County 

Waterfront:

Non-Waterfront:

City - 1,300 Square Feet:

$697,722

$335,000

$108,418

New Construction - 1 Acer Lot:

$535,000

These averages are from 2022 to May of 2024 and vary depending on a number of different factors.

Retrieved From UPMLS

Average Days on Market for homes in Schoolcraft County 

Waterfront:

Non-Waterfront:

City - 1,300 Square Feet:

110

40

43

Schoolcraft County Days on Market Bar Chart

These averages are from 2019 to 2023 and vary depending on a number of different factors. We have seen a steady and promising decline of real estate days on market since 2021. 

School District Enrollment

Manistique Area Schools

680

Students

St. Francis De Sales

127

Students

Delta Schoolcraft ISD

184

Students

Higher Education

Bay College
Located 51 Miles West of Manistique

1,996

Students

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