Lansing-East Lansing Metro Area, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
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
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
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
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
470,434 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,886 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$205,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$636 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$879 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.4% 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 13 22
Feb 2 10 25
Mar 2 6 34
Apr 3 1 46
May 3 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 2 39
Dec 2 11 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MI State Senate District 21, MI State House District 76, MI
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Schools

Lewton School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
New Covenant Christian School
<1 miles, N • 5 star
Forrest G Averill School
1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Woodcreek Achievement Center
1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Lansing Community College
3 miles, E • 1.4 star
Great Lakes Christian College
3 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

McLaren Greater Lansing
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Edward W Sparrow Hospital
4 miles, E • 3.2 star
Eaton Rapids Medical Center
15 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Sparrow Eaton Hospital
15 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
47 miles, E • 1.4 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
48 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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