Jefferson Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,584 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,156 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$243,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$599 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$604 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cass County
2
South Bend-Mishawaka 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

Cass County
2
South Bend-Mishawaka Metro Area
5
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 16 23
Feb 2 12 27
Mar 2 5 36
Apr 2 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 2 3 40
Dec 2 15 28

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 57%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, MI State Senate District 17, MI State House District 36, MI
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Schools

Ross Beatty High School
4 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Brookside Learning Center
4 miles, N • 3.7 star
Sam Adams Elementary School
5 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Southwestern Michigan College
8 miles, N • 1.4 star
Ross Medical Education Center-Granger
11 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bethel University
14 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center
12 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Elkhart General Hospital
12 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
17 miles, W • 1.4 star
Fort Wayne International Airport
75 miles, S • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
76 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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