Jenison, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
17,334 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,063 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$257,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$490 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,730 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ottawa County
3
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

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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 18 25
Feb 2 12 26
Mar 2 6 34
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 3 40
Dec 2 15 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MI State Senate District 31, MI State House District 85, MI
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Schools

Sandy Hill School
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
Rosewood School
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Pinewood School
1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Grand Valley State University
5 miles, N • 2.3 star
Grace Christian University
7 miles, E • 1.4 star
Grand Rapids Community College
9 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Metro Health Hospital
6 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Mercy Health Saint Mary's
9 miles, E • 4.1 star
Spectrum Health-Butterworth Campus
10 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
16 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Muskegon County Airport
28 miles, NW • 1 star
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