Leelanau Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
2,036 332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
57.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$459,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$733 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,029 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Leelanau County
2
Traverse City Metro Area
3
Michigan
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Leelanau County
1
Traverse City Metro Area
2
Michigan
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 31 21
Feb 1 21 22
Mar 2 12 29
Apr 2 5 42
May 3 0 53
Jun 3 0 62
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 1 48
Nov 3 11 37
Dec 2 31 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 38%
Hillary Clinton 57%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 37, MI State House District 103, MI
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Schools

Northport Public School
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Leland Public School
12 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Suttons Bay Virtual School
13 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Northwestern Michigan College
27 miles, S • 1.4 star
North Central Michigan College
35 miles, E • 1.4 star
Kirtland Community College
58 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Charlevoix Area Hospital
20 miles, E • 4.1 star
Munson Medical Center
27 miles, SW • 5 star
McLaren Northern Michigan
34 miles, E • 5 star
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
36 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
29 miles, S • 1.4 star
Delta County Airport
82 miles, NW • 1 star
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