Kalamazoo-Portage Metro Area, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
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
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
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
261,437 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,525 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$227,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$643 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$892 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 24
Feb 2 13 27
Mar 2 6 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
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 43% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Green Meadow Elementary School
1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Milwood Magnet School
2 miles, N • 1 star
Greenwood Elementary School
2 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Kalamazoo College
5 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Western Michigan University
5 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Bronson Methodist Hospital
4 miles, N • 4.1 star
Borgess Medical Center
4 miles, N • 4.1 star
Bronson Lakeview Hospital
19 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
44 miles, NE • 2.3 star
South Bend International Airport
55 miles, W • 1.4 star
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