Eagle River, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
77 332.4M (US)
Median Age
70.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$286,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$530 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$430 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
22.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Keweenaw County
2
Houghton Urban Area
1
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Keweenaw County
2
Houghton Urban Area
1
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 33 15
Feb 1 16 17
Mar 2 13 26
Apr 2 5 38
May 3 0 50
Jun 4 0 58
Jul 3 0 64
Aug 3 0 64
Sep 3 0 56
Oct 3 2 44
Nov 2 14 32
Dec 2 29 20

Hazards

Blizzard

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 38, MI State House District 110, MI
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Schools

CHSHorizons School
8 miles, SW • 1.9 star
CLK Elementary School
14 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Washington Middle School
14 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Calumet High School
14 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Michigan Technological University
24 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Finlandia University
24 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Northern Michigan University
71 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital and Clinics
14 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Up Health System Portage
24 miles, SW • 5 star
Baraga County Memorial Hospital
47 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Houghton County Memorial Airport
20 miles, SW • 1 star
Ford Airport
110 miles, S • 1 star
Delta County Airport
129 miles, S • 1 star
Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport
135 miles, SW • 1 star
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