Allendale, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
25,741 332.4M (US)
Median Age
21.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
42.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,449 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
69.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
36.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$287,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$560 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$993 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ottawa County
3
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
4
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Ottawa County
2
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
3
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 24
Feb 2 13 26
Mar 2 6 34
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 3 40
Dec 2 17 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 7%

Schools

New Options High School
1 miles, SW 2.3 star
Allendale High School
1 miles, SW 1.9 star

Colleges

Grand Valley State University
3 miles, SE 2.3 star
Empire Beauty School-Michigan
13 miles, E 1 star
Grace Christian University
14 miles, SE 1.4 star
Grand Rapids Community College
14 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Spectrum Health-Butterworth Campus
14 miles, SE 3.2 star
Metro Health Hospital
14 miles, SE 3.2 star
Mercy Health Saint Mary's
14 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

Muskegon County Airport
20 miles, NW 1 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
22 miles, SE 2.3 star