Ironwood, MI


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Ironwood, MI

About Ironwood, MI

Ironwood, MI is a small town in the upper peninsula of Michigan that offers a peaceful and laid-back lifestyle. The town has a population of about 5,000 people and is surrounded by natural beauty, including forests of pine trees and rolling hills. Outdoor activities are abundant here with hiking trails, fishing spots and plenty of snow for skiing and snowmobiling during the winter months. The downtown area is quaint but bustling with local businesses that offer everything from antiques to fresh produce. The locals are friendly and always happy to welcome newcomers to their small community. Overall, Ironwood is an ideal place to live if you prefer a slower pace of life surrounded by nature's beauty.

Location Details

State: Michigan
County: Gogebic County
Metro Area: No Metro Area
City: Ironwood
Zip Codes: 49938
Cost of Living: -24.6% lower

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Ironwood Cost of Living
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$79,700
-324.2% lower than avg
$30,755
-124.4% lower than avg
$720 /mo
Monthly rent (2br)
-98.6% lower than avg
Ironwood Crime
25 / 100
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low) to 100 (high). US average: 35.4
Minimum annual income
To live comfortably in Ironwood, Michigan
$15,120
for a family
$22,800
for a single person
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Over 13 years ago

Have lived here 7 years. Moved here from a large Midwestern city. Wonderful place to retire if you like fairly long winters and don't mind 150+ inches of snow every  More

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Over 15 years ago

It is called the big snow country for a reason. It snows...a lot...and gets very chilly. The winters last a good 6-7 months. If you like to ski, ice fish, snowmobile, or  More

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Over 16 years ago

The western U.P. is amazing. There's the obvious attractions like ski areas and the world's tallest fiberglass Native American statue, but walking on the shores of Lake  More

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