Fawn River Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
1,345 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,234 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$149,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$548 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$772 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.2% 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 13 23
Feb 2 10 26
Mar 2 5 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 3 40
Dec 3 12 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Eastwood School
3 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Sturgis High School
3 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Sturgis Middle School
3 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Glen Oaks Community College
10 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Trine University
20 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Goshen College
29 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Sturgis Hospital
3 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Parkview Lagrange Hospital
11 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Three Rivers Health
18 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
50 miles, W • 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
57 miles, S • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
76 miles, N • 2.3 star
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