Economy & Jobs — Empire, Michigan

Income & Employment

Median Household Income (Census)$83,929
Estimated 2026~$86,500
Per Capita Income$60,295
Poverty Rate14.7%
Unemployment Rate0.0%
In Labor Force137

Top Industries

IndustryShare
Arts Food28.4%
Education Healthcare19.6%
Professional14.2%

Local Businesses (County)

TypeCount
Full Service Restaurants37
Real Estate Offices18
Fast Food16
Clothing Stores13
Dental Offices13
Hotels Motels12
Insurance Agencies11
Law Offices10
Grocery Stores9
Commercial Banks9
Physician Offices9
Gas Stations7
Bars7
Chiropractors6
Golf Courses Country Clubs6
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.