Hersey Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,879 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,288 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$138,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$461 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$725 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Osceola County
4
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

Osceola County
5
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 21
Feb 2 12 23
Mar 2 7 32
Apr 2 2 44
May 2 0 55
Jun 2 0 65
Jul 2 0 69
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 2 0 47
Nov 2 4 37
Dec 2 17 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MI State Senate District 34, MI State House District 100, MI
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Schools

Lighthouse Academy Eagle Village
2 miles, N • 2.3 star
Reed City Middle School
6 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Reed City High School
6 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Ferris State University
12 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Mid Michigan College
33 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital
6 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital
12 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
62 miles, N • 1.4 star
Muskegon County Airport
63 miles, SW • 1 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
68 miles, SW • 2.3 star
MBS International Airport
70 miles, SE • 1 star
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