Big Bay, MI
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
307
332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
37.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$48,672
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
34.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$261,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$427
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$385
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Marquette County
2
Marquette Urban Area
2
Michigan
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Marquette County
2
Marquette Urban Area
2
Michigan
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 40 | 14 |
| Feb | 1 | 28 | 16 |
| Mar | 2 | 25 | 25 |
| Apr | 3 | 10 | 38 |
| May | 3 | 1 | 51 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Oct | 4 | 4 | 44 |
| Nov | 3 | 19 | 31 |
| Dec | 2 | 38 | 19 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (48%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 57%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 38, MI State House District 109, MISchools
Powell Twp Elementary School
1 miles, NW
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3.2
Birchview School
21 miles, S
•
1.9
Lakeview School
22 miles, S
•
2.8
North Star Academy
22 miles, S
•
1.9
Colleges
Northern Michigan University
23 miles, S
•
1.9
Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College
38 miles, W
Michigan Technological University
45 miles, NW
•
4.1
Finlandia University
47 miles, NW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Bell Hospital
22 miles, S
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4.1
Marquette General Hospital
24 miles, S
•
2.3
Baraga County Memorial Hospital
34 miles, W
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2.3
Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital and Clinics
45 miles, NW
•
4.1
Airports
Houghton County Memorial Airport
44 miles, NW
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1
Ford Airport
72 miles, SW
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1
Delta County Airport
81 miles, S
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1
Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport
117 miles, W
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1