Kalamazoo charter Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
22,619 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,838 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$167,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$570 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$878 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kalamazoo County
6
Kalamazoo-Portage Metro Area
6
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kalamazoo County
6
Kalamazoo-Portage Metro Area
6
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 25
Feb 2 13 27
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 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 3 3 40
Dec 2 16 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, MI State Senate District 19, MI State House District 41, MI
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Schools

Indian Prairie Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 3.7 star
Hillside Middle School
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Kalamazoo College
2 miles, S • 2.8 star
Western Michigan University
2 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Bronson Methodist Hospital
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Borgess Medical Center
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Bronson Lakeview Hospital
16 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
40 miles, NE • 2.3 star
South Bend International Airport
55 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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