Carleton, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
2,635 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,826 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$177,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$621 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$629 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Monroe County
2
Monroe Metro 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

Monroe County
2
Monroe Metro Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 13 24
Feb 2 9 27
Mar 2 6 35
Apr 3 2 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 2 39
Dec 2 9 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

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 64%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MI State Senate District 16, MI State House District 29, MI
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Schools

Joseph C Sterling Elem School
1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Airport Middle College
1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Airport Senior High School
1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Wagar 56 Middle School
1 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Michigan College of Beauty-Monroe
10 miles, SW • 1 star
Monroe County Community College
11 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Ross Medical Education Center-Taylor
12 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital
9 miles, S • 2.3 star
Beaumont Hospital-Trenton
10 miles, E • 4.1 star
Beaumont Hospital-Taylor
14 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Beaumont Hospital-Wayne
15 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Toledo Express Airport
39 miles, SW • 1 star
Bishop International Airport
65 miles, N • 1.4 star
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