Amasa, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
262 332.4M (US)
Median Age
67.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
33.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$35,536 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$56,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$380 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$317 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Iron County
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

Iron County
2
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 26 11
Feb 1 18 14
Mar 2 16 24
Apr 2 8 38
May 3 1 50
Jun 3 0 60
Jul 4 0 64
Aug 3 0 62
Sep 4 0 54
Oct 3 3 42
Nov 2 13 29
Dec 1 25 16

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 38, MI State House District 110, MI
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Schools

Forest Park School
11 miles, S • 2.8 star
Stambaugh Elementary School
13 miles, SW • 1.9 star
West Iron County Middle School
13 miles, SW • 1.4 star
West Iron County High School
13 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Northern Michigan University
55 miles, E • 1.9 star
Michigan Technological University
62 miles, N • 4.1 star
Finlandia University
62 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Baraga County Memorial Hospital
35 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Dickinson County Memorial Hospital
35 miles, S • 4.1 star
Bell Hospital
41 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Ford Airport
33 miles, S • 1 star
Houghton County Memorial Airport
65 miles, N • 1 star
Delta County Airport
74 miles, SE • 1 star
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