Living in Ionia County, Michigan

Ionia County is a county in Michigan with a population of around 64,223, part of the Grand Rapids-Wyoming, MI MSA metro area. The main communities are Ionia, Belding, Portland.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,181/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $220K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 34°F) and warm summers (highs around 77°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Ionia County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.