Grand Rapids charter 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 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
18,934 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
66.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$121,328 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$400,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$736 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,458 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.1% 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 25
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 2 1 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 2 0 67
Jul 2 0 71
Aug 2 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 3 39
Dec 2 16 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Northern Hills Middle School
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Northern Trails 56 School
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Northern High School
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Cornerstone University
1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Kuyper College
2 miles, N • 1.4 star
Aquinas College
3 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

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

Muskegon County Airport
35 miles, NW • 1 star
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