Byron Center, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
6,817 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
88.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$112,324 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$359,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$637 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,107 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
92.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kent County
4
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

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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 18 24
Feb 2 13 26
Mar 2 7 35
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 4 40
Dec 2 16 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, MI State Senate District 20, MI State House District 79, MI
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Schools

Robert L Nickels Intermediate School
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Brown Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 5 star
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Colleges

Grace Christian University
8 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Metro Health Hospital
3 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Mercy Health Saint Mary's
11 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Spectrum Health-Butterworth Campus
12 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
11 miles, E • 2.3 star
Muskegon County Airport
36 miles, NW • 1 star
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