Colon Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 7/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Moderately Bikeable. Biking is possible but may be limited by inconsistent infrastructure, traffic conditions, or distance to amenities.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
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
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
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
3,317 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,523 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$144,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$490 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$676 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Joseph County
4
Sturgis Urban Area
4
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Joseph County
3
Sturgis Urban Area
3
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 17 24
Feb 2 12 26
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 4 40
Dec 3 15 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MI State Senate District 17, MI State House District 36, MI
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Schools

Colon Elementary School
2 miles, E • 2.3 star
Colon High School
2 miles, E • 1.9 star
Nottawa Community School
5 miles, W • 3.2 star
Leonidas School
5 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Glen Oaks Community College
8 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Sturgis Hospital
11 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Three Rivers Health
15 miles, W • 3.2 star
Promedica Coldwater Regional Hospital
19 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Parkview Lagrange Hospital
21 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
52 miles, W • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
65 miles, N • 2.3 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
68 miles, S • 1.4 star
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