Economic Environment

Explore data related to the economic conditions in Lenawee County

ALICE and poverty

ALICE and poverty estimates match state trends

Basic needs

Half of Lenawee County households may be struggling to afford basic needs

Income gap

The household income gap is widening

Childcare costs

Lenawee County childcare costs less than the U.S. average

Home prices

Home prices are rising steeply in Lenawee County

Affordable rent

Higher shares of income are spent on rent

Housing supply

Lenawee County lacks housing to meet needs

Homelessness

The number of individuals experiencing homelessness is rising

Industry Employment

Large institutional closures may impact employment

Unemployment

Unemployment rates add to financial strain

Food insecurity

Food insecurity rates are climbing in Lenawee County

SNAP Enrollment

SNAP enrollment rates are remaining stable