Fenton charter Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
16,948 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$108,526 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$331,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$862 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,100 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
88.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Genesee County
6
Flint Metro Area
6
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Genesee County
4
Flint Metro Area
4
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 12 22
Feb 2 9 25
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 3 1 46
May 3 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 2 39
Dec 2 10 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 5%

Schools

Lake Fenton High School
<1 miles, NE 1.9 star
Torrey Hill Intermediate School
2 miles, E 3.2 star
Linden Elementary School
2 miles, W 4.1 star

Colleges

Sharps Academy of Hair Styling
9 miles, E 1 star
Kettering University
13 miles, NE 4.6 star

Hospitals

McLaren Flint
13 miles, NE 2.3 star
Hurley Medical Center
13 miles, NE 1.4 star

Airports

Bishop International Airport
9 miles, NE 1.4 star
MBS International Airport
51 miles, N 1 star