Gobles, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
598 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$39,931 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$100,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$395 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$481 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Van Buren 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

Van Buren County
3
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 21 24
Feb 2 14 27
Mar 2 7 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 4 40
Dec 3 18 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MI State Senate District 20, MI State House District 39, MI
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Schools

Michigan Online School
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Gobles High School
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Gobles Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Kalamazoo Valley Community College
14 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Western Michigan University
14 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Kalamazoo College
15 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Bronson Lakeview Hospital
10 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Allegan General Hospital
11 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Bronson Methodist Hospital
16 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
40 miles, NE • 2.3 star
South Bend International Airport
50 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Muskegon County Airport
59 miles, N • 1 star
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