Ira Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,980 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,345 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$236,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$688 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,034 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Clair County
4
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metro Area
5
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Clair County
3
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metro Area
4
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 22
Feb 2 8 25
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 2 1 45
May 2 0 56
Jun 2 0 67
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 2 0 69
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 1 39
Dec 2 8 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, MI State Senate District 12, MI State House District 63, MI
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Schools

Francois Maconce Elem School
2 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Palms Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Anchor Bay High School
4 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Ascension River District Hospital
11 miles, E • 4.1 star
McLaren Macomb
14 miles, W • 2.3 star
Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
17 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
58 miles, NW • 1.4 star
MBS International Airport
92 miles, NW • 1 star
Toledo Express Airport
97 miles, SW • 1 star
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