Cheboygan, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
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
4,801 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,338 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$118,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$500 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$565 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cheboygan County
2
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

Cheboygan County
2
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 26 19
Feb 1 19 19
Mar 2 11 27
Apr 2 4 40
May 3 0 52
Jun 3 0 61
Jul 3 0 66
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 3 0 58
Oct 3 0 47
Nov 3 8 36
Dec 2 25 25

Hazards

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 37, MI State House District 106, MI
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Schools

Cheboygan Area High School
1 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

North Central Michigan College
30 miles, W • 1.4 star
Bay Mills Community College
56 miles, N • 1.4 star
Lake Superior State University
59 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Alpena Community College
63 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

McLaren Northern Michigan
30 miles, W • 5 star
Charlevoix Area Hospital
45 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Alpena County Regional Airport
59 miles, SE • 1 star
Cherry Capital Airport
82 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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