Lapeer County, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
88,703 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,228 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$229,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$547 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$787 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metro Area
5
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

Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Metro Area
4
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 11 22
Feb 2 8 24
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 3 1 45
May 3 0 56
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 3 0 68
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 1 38
Dec 2 9 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, MI State Senate District 26, MI State House District 65, MI
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Schools

Elva Lynch Elementary School
3 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Mayfield Elementary School
5 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Mott Community College
23 miles, W • 1.4 star
Sharps Academy of Hair Styling
24 miles, W • 1 star
University of Michigan-Flint
24 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

McLaren Lapeer Region
5 miles, W • 3.2 star
Marlette Regional Hospital
18 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Hurley Medical Center
25 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Airports

Bishop International Airport
28 miles, W • 1.4 star
MBS International Airport
53 miles, NW • 1 star
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