Hancock Public RecordsMichigan

Hancock, adjacent to Houghton in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, has a homeownership rate of approximately 57%, with the median home value around $135,000 and median rent near $750/month. Housing types range from historic single-family homes to student rentals, as the city is influenced by Michigan Tech’s nearby presence. Popular neighborhoods include downtown, Quincy Hill, and Ripley. The property market has seen 3–5% annual appreciation recently, with low inventory. Local property tax rates average 1.7%, and the area combines affordable living with small-town charm and a strong sense of community.

Hancock city, adjacent to Houghton in Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula, has a population of about 4,500 (2022). The median age is 29.4 years, reflecting the presence of nearby Michigan Technological University. Approximately 52% of residents are male, 48% female. Racially, the city is 89% White, 3% African American, 3% Asian, and 1% Native American, with 2% identifying as Hispanic or Latino. Hancock's demographics skew younger due to the student population and remain predominantly non-Hispanic White.

Hancock city and neighboring Houghton, MI are primarily served by UP Health System – Portage (a 36-bed hospital in Hancock) and additional clinics like Canal View and Portage Health Foundation clinics. The area has around 20 primary care providers per 10,000 residents. Approximately 91% of Houghton County adults have health insurance, aligned with Michigan averages. The local population is largely White (over 92%), with a median age of 23 due to Michigan Tech students. Common health issues include diabetes (10% prevalence), heart disease, and obesity (32%). Access to specialty care can require travel to larger cities.

Hancock, in Houghton County, MI, has three public schools: Hancock Elementary, Middle, and High School, serving about 700 students total. The high school graduation rate is approximately 90%. Hancock's public schools have an average GreatSchools rating of 6/10. Nearby, Finlandia University (offers bachelor’s programs) was a local higher-ed institution but closed in 2023; Michigan Technological University is located in adjacent Houghton. The city offers adult education and vocational programs. School safety incidents are below Michigan’s average, and extracurriculars include STEM, music, and athletics.

Hancock, adjacent to Houghton in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, relies primarily on private vehicles, with about 85% of workers commuting by car and less than 1% using public transit (Indian Trails bus and Houghton Public Transit). Average commute times are approximately 13 minutes, below the national average. Vehicle ownership is high, with over 90% of households having at least one vehicle. Most commuters work in local education, healthcare (e.g., Michigan Technological University, UP Health System), and service sectors. Transportation infrastructure includes US-41, the Portage Lake Lift Bridge connecting Hancock and Houghton, and limited bike path networks.