Fruitport, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
1,269 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,769 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$193,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$563 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$613 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
87.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Muskegon County
4
Muskegon-Norton Shores 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

Muskegon County
6
Muskegon-Norton Shores Metro Area
6
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 20 24
Feb 2 14 26
Mar 2 8 34
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 5 39
Dec 3 19 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, MI State Senate District 32, MI State House District 89, MI
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Schools

Fruitport Adult Education
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Fruitport High School
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Fruitport Alternative High School
<1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Edgewood Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Muskegon Community College
9 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Health Hackley Campus
8 miles, N • 5 star
Holland Community Hospital
24 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Muskegon County Airport
5 miles, NW • 1 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
36 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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