Carmel Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
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
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
2,828 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,364 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$200,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$497 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$869 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Eaton County
4
Lansing-East Lansing Metro Area
5
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Eaton County
5
Lansing-East Lansing Metro Area
4
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 15 23
Feb 2 11 25
Mar 2 6 34
Apr 3 1 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 3 39
Dec 2 13 28

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 59%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MI State Senate District 21, MI State House District 76, MI
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Schools

Charlotte Middle School
3 miles, E • 1.9 star
Charlotte Upper Elementary School
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
Charlotte Early Middle College
3 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Olivet College
7 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Great Lakes Christian College
20 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Kellogg Community College
20 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Sparrow Eaton Hospital
4 miles, E • 3.2 star
Eaton Rapids Medical Center
13 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Oaklawn Hospital
19 miles, SW • 5 star
Bronson Battle Creek Hospital
20 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
39 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Bishop International Airport
66 miles, E • 1.4 star
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