Big Rapids, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
7,847 332.4M (US)
Median Age
23.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
34.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,197 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
62.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
39.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$134,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$452 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$742 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
33.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mecosta County
6
Big Rapids Urban Area
6
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Mecosta County
2
Big Rapids Urban Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 20 21
Feb 2 13 23
Mar 2 8 32
Apr 3 2 44
May 3 0 56
Jun 3 0 65
Jul 3 0 69
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 3 5 37
Dec 2 18 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MI State Senate District 34, MI State House District 100, MI
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Schools

Crossroads Charter Academy K6
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Crossroads Charter Academy 712
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Big Rapids Middle School
<1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Brookside Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Ferris State University
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Central Michigan University
36 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Montcalm Community College
36 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital
12 miles, N • 4.1 star
Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial
29 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Muskegon County Airport
53 miles, W • 1 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
57 miles, SW • 2.3 star
MBS International Airport
71 miles, SE • 1 star
Cherry Capital Airport
72 miles, N • 1.4 star
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