Clare County, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
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
31,109 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,805 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$117,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$439 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$587 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.7% 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 16 20
Feb 1 11 22
Mar 2 7 31
Apr 2 1 43
May 2 0 55
Jun 2 0 64
Jul 2 0 69
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 2 0 47
Nov 2 4 36
Dec 2 14 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MI State Senate District 34, MI State House District 100, MI
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Schools

Harrison Middle School
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
Harrison Alternative Education
2 miles, E • 3.2 star
Harrison Community High School
2 miles, E • 1.9 star

Colleges

Mid Michigan College
4 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Protege Academy
27 miles, S

Hospitals

Midmichigan Medical Center-Clare
12 miles, S • 4.1 star
Midmichigan Medical Center-Gladwin
17 miles, SE • 4.1 star
McLaren Central Michigan
27 miles, S • 3.2 star

Airports

MBS International Airport
49 miles, SE • 1 star
Cherry Capital Airport
64 miles, N • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
84 miles, SW • 2.3 star