Forest Hills, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
28,494 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
86.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
71.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$156,618 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$474,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$848 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,795 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
92.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kent County
4
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro 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

Kent County
4
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
3
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 18 23
Feb 2 12 26
Mar 2 6 34
Apr 2 1 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 2 0 67
Jul 2 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 3 39
Dec 2 15 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, MI State Senate District 30, MI State House District 81, MI
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Schools

Ada Vista Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Ada Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Thornapple Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Calvin University
5 miles, W • 2.3 star
Cornerstone University
6 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Health Saint Mary's
9 miles, W • 4.1 star
Spectrum Health-Butterworth Campus
9 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
6 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Muskegon County Airport
40 miles, NW • 1 star
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