Interlochen, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
538 332.4M (US)
Median Age
62.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$148,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$455 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$640 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Grand Traverse County
3
Traverse City Metro Area
3
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Grand Traverse County
2
Traverse City Metro Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 31 21
Feb 2 20 22
Mar 2 12 31
Apr 3 4 43
May 3 0 54
Jun 3 0 64
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 1 48
Nov 3 10 36
Dec 3 27 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 37, MI State House District 104, MI
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Schools

Westwoods Elementary School
4 miles, N • 3.7 star
Blair Elementary School
4 miles, E • 1.9 star
Silver Lake Elementary School
5 miles, E • 2.8 star
Lake Ann Elementary School
5 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Northwestern Michigan College
12 miles, E • 1.4 star
Kirtland Community College
52 miles, SE • 1.4 star
West Shore Community College
52 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Munson Medical Center
10 miles, NE • 5 star
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
29 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
11 miles, E • 1.4 star
Delta County Airport
98 miles, N • 1 star
Muskegon County Airport
105 miles, SW • 1 star
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