Hope Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
3,172 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,144 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$228,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$541 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$826 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Barry County
2
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

Barry County
2
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
3
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 23
Feb 2 13 26
Mar 2 6 35
Apr 2 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 2 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 51
Nov 2 4 40
Dec 2 16 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 7%

Schools

Cedar Creek Christian School
3 miles, S 5 star
DK Academy
4 miles, SW 3.2 star
Delton Kellogg Elem School
4 miles, SW 1.9 star
DeltonKellogg Middle School
4 miles, SW 1.9 star

Colleges

Kellogg Community College
18 miles, S 1.4 star
Wright Beauty Academy
19 miles, S 1 star

Hospitals

Bronson Battle Creek Hospital
18 miles, S 4.1 star
Borgess Medical Center
20 miles, SW 4.1 star
Bronson Methodist Hospital
22 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
24 miles, N 2.3 star
Muskegon County Airport
61 miles, NW 1 star