Kent County, 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 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
658,844 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,390 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$265,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$596 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,052 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
4
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

Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
3
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 18 23
Feb 2 12 26
Mar 2 6 34
Apr 3 1 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 3 39
Dec 2 16 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, MI State Senate District 30, MI State House District 81, MI
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Schools

Knapp Forest Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Eastern Middle School
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
Eastern High School
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
Northview Alternative High School
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Kuyper College
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
Cornerstone University
4 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Aquinas College
6 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Spectrum Health-Butterworth Campus
7 miles, W • 3.2 star
Mercy Health Saint Mary's
8 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
11 miles, S • 2.3 star
Muskegon County Airport
36 miles, NW • 1 star
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