Bear Lake, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
245 332.4M (US)
Median Age
70.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$143,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$473 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$717 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
22.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kalkaska County
5
Traverse City Metro Area
3
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kalkaska County
4
Traverse City Metro Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 31 19
Feb 1 21 20
Mar 2 12 29
Apr 3 4 42
May 3 0 53
Jun 3 0 63
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 4 1 46
Nov 3 10 35
Dec 2 29 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 36, MI State House District 105, MI
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Schools

Crawford School
6 miles, W • 2.8 star
Shawono Center
7 miles, SE
Great Lakes Online Education
10 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Grayling High School
10 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Kirtland Community College
14 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Northwestern Michigan College
32 miles, NW • 1.4 star
North Central Michigan College
44 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
12 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital
12 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Munson Medical Center
34 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
31 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Alpena County Regional Airport
72 miles, E • 1 star
MBS International Airport
92 miles, S • 1 star
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