Charlevoix County, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
26,143 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,495 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$242,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$569 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$738 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 30 20
Feb 1 20 21
Mar 2 11 29
Apr 2 4 41
May 2 0 52
Jun 2 0 62
Jul 2 0 67
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 47
Nov 2 9 36
Dec 2 30 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 37, MI State House District 107, MI
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Schools

Beaver Island Community School
9 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Charlevoix Elementary School
25 miles, S • 3.2 star
CharEm Special Education Schools
25 miles, S • 3.2 star

Colleges

North Central Michigan College
34 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Northwestern Michigan College
59 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bay Mills Community College
73 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Bay de Noc Community College
75 miles, NW • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Charlevoix Area Hospital
25 miles, S • 4.1 star
McLaren Northern Michigan
33 miles, SE • 5 star
Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital
42 miles, NW • 4.1 star

Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
61 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Delta County Airport
75 miles, NW • 1 star