Economy & Jobs — Chatham, Michigan
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $48,438 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$54,500 |
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| Per Capita Income | $38,448 |
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| Poverty Rate | 15.7% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% |
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| In Labor Force | 45 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Manufacturing | 24.4% |
| Education Healthcare | 17.8% |
| Other Services | 15.6% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Hotels Motels | 15 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 12 |
| Gas Stations | 11 |
| Fast Food | 8 |
| Grocery Stores | 5 |
| Commercial Banks | 5 |
| Bars | 5 |
| Auto Repair | 4 |
| General Merchandise | 3 |
| Real Estate Offices | 3 |
| Coffee Shops | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
