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Rapid River, MI

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Population
223
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
594 ft
Median Home Value
$122,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$99/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$51,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Rapid River

Rapid River sits at the northern tip of Little Bay de Noc in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. It is a small, welcoming community surrounded by dense forest and open water, offering a quiet, rural lifestyle. Thanks to its location along US 2 and US 41, residents enjoy peaceful country living with a quick fifteen-minute drive south to Escanaba for major shopping, dining, and healthcare.

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Life in the area revolves around the outdoors through every season. Locals have easy access to premier walleye fishing on the bay, scenic picnics at Rapid River Falls, and miles of groomed paths along the Rapid River Ski Trail. With the Hiawatha National Forest nearby and scenic drives out to the Peninsula Point Lighthouse, Rapid River makes an ideal home base for anyone seeking open space, friendly neighbors, and natural beauty.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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