Farwell, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
1,086 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,667 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$95,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$461 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$496 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clare County
3
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

Clare County
3
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 16 20
Feb 2 11 22
Mar 2 7 31
Apr 3 1 44
May 3 0 56
Jun 3 0 65
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 3 4 37
Dec 2 13 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Farwell Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
Farwell High School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Farwell Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Mid Michigan College
10 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Protege Academy
17 miles, S
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Hospitals

Midmichigan Medical Center-Clare
5 miles, SE • 4.1 star
McLaren Central Michigan
17 miles, S • 3.2 star
Midmichigan Medical Center-Gladwin
21 miles, E • 4.1 star
Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital
32 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

MBS International Airport
45 miles, SE • 1 star
Cherry Capital Airport
72 miles, N • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
74 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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