Allegan County, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
120,913 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,255 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$247,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$562 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$886 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Holland Urban Area
3
Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Holland Urban Area
2
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 24
Feb 2 13 26
Mar 2 6 35
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 4 40
Dec 2 17 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 6%

Schools

Baseline Middle School
<1 miles, E 1.4 star
North Shore Elementary
<1 miles, NE 2.3 star
South Haven Alliance Campus
1 miles, SE 2.3 star

Colleges

Lake Michigan College
23 miles, SW 1.4 star
Hope College
27 miles, NE 2.8 star
Twin City Beauty College
27 miles, SW 1 star

Hospitals

Bronson South Haven Hospital
2 miles, SW 3.2 star
Allegan General Hospital
22 miles, E 3.2 star
Bronson Lakeview Hospital
23 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
49 miles, E 2.3 star
South Bend International Airport
49 miles, SW 1.4 star
Muskegon County Airport
52 miles, NE 1 star