Living in Lapeer County, Michigan

Lapeer County is a county in Michigan with a population of around 88,373, part of the Detroit-Warren-Livonia, MI MSA metro area. The main communities are Lapeer, Imlay City.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,215/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $280K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 33°F) and warm summers (highs around 76°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Lapeer County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.