Woodland Beach, MI is a small town located along the northern coast of Michigan. Its population is 1,657 according to the 2020 census. The town is known for its scenic views of Lake Michigan and is a popular destination for many visitors each year. Woodland Beach has been ranked highly by Bestplaces.net in categories such as cost of living, diversity, education, weather, housing costs, crime and employment opportunities. The cost of living here is 39% lower than the national average and has a low unemployment rate. It also ranks high in diversity with 71% percent of residents being non-white or Hispanic. Education wise this town ranks higher than the national average with 87% of adults over the age of 25 having at least some college education or higher. Weather wise it receives an average of 25 inches of snowfall per year and has sunny days throughout most months. Housing costs here are well below the national median with median home prices at $117k and rental costs at just $800/month on average making it an attractive option for those looking to purchase or rent a home in Michigan's Upper Peninsula region. Finally crime rates are low making Woodland Beach one of the safest places to live in Michigan overall.
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