Gladstone Public RecordsMichigan

Gladstone, located in Delta County, MI, has 3 public schools: Gladstone High School, Gladstone Junior High, and James T. Jones Elementary, serving about 1,300 students. The high school graduation rate is 94%, above the state average. Roughly 21% of local adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools in Gladstone score an average of 6/10 on GreatSchools ratings. The district offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses, technical education, and adult education programs. School safety is prioritized, with security measures and a reported low incident rate.

Gladstone city, located in Delta County, Michigan, has a 2022 estimated population of around 4,970. The median age is 45.6 years, with approximately 49% male and 51% female residents. The community is predominantly White (over 92%), with smaller proportions of Native American (2.7%), two or more races (4.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (1.6%). African American and Asian populations each comprise less than 1% of residents.

Gladstone, Delta County, MI has a homeownership rate of about 70%, with median home values around $123,000 (2023). The majority of housing consists of single-family homes, with some apartments and duplexes. Average monthly rents are approximately $750-$900. Popular neighborhoods include Old Gladstone and Broad Street areas. The property market has seen a steady 5–7% annual appreciation in recent years. Property tax rates average 1.5%, leading to an annual property tax bill near $1,845 for a median-valued home. Local housing remains affordable compared to state and national averages.

In Gladstone city, Delta County, MI, most residents commute by car, with approximately 89% driving alone and about 7% carpooling, while less than 0.5% use public transit due to limited service. The average one-way commute is about 17 minutes, shorter than the national average. Vehicle ownership is high, with over 93% of households owning at least one vehicle. Transportation infrastructure centers around US-2/US-41 and M-35 highways. Major employment hubs include local schools, healthcare facilities, and manufacturing sectors, mainly situated within the city and nearby Escanaba, reducing the need for long commutes.

Gladstone, Delta County, MI, lacks a full-service hospital; residents typically use OSF St. Francis Hospital in nearby Escanaba (approx. 6 miles away, 25+ beds). Gladstone has several outpatient clinics and primary care providers, including Bay Community Health Clinic. About 92% of Delta County residents are insured (CDC, 2022), with Medicare and Medicaid covering a significant portion, reflecting a median age of 45. Common health issues include heart disease, diabetes, and chronic respiratory conditions. Access disparities exist for low-income and rural populations, but most residents have basic healthcare within a 10-mile radius.