Higgins Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
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
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
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
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
1,991 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,861 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$101,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$366 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$503 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Roscommon 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

Roscommon County
3
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 16 18
Feb 1 11 20
Mar 2 8 29
Apr 3 3 42
May 3 0 53
Jun 3 0 63
Jul 3 0 67
Aug 3 0 65
Sep 3 0 57
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 3 6 35
Dec 2 14 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 5%

Schools

Roscommon Middle School
6 miles, N 2.8 star
Roscommon High School
6 miles, N 2.3 star
Roscommon Elementary School
6 miles, N 1.9 star

Colleges

Kirtland Community College
15 miles, N 1.4 star
Mid Michigan College
32 miles, SW 1.4 star

Hospitals

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital
19 miles, N 4.1 star
Midmichigan Medical Center-Gladwin
30 miles, S 4.1 star
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
38 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
55 miles, NW 1.4 star
MBS International Airport
65 miles, S 1 star
Alpena County Regional Airport
67 miles, E 1 star