Leland Township, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
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 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
1,815 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
55.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$100,294 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$653,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$774 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,022 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.8% 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 32 21
Feb 1 22 21
Mar 2 12 29
Apr 2 4 42
May 2 0 53
Jun 2 0 62
Jul 2 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 1 48
Nov 2 10 37
Dec 2 31 26

Hazards

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 50%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Leland Public School
14 miles, SE • 2.8 star
The Leelanau School
16 miles, S • 4.6 star
St Mary School
18 miles, SE • 5 star
Northport Public School
18 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Northwestern Michigan College
33 miles, S • 1.4 star
North Central Michigan College
53 miles, E • 1.4 star
Bay de Noc Community College
69 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Munson Medical Center
31 miles, S • 5 star
Charlevoix Area Hospital
37 miles, E • 4.1 star
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
48 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
34 miles, S • 1.4 star
Delta County Airport
67 miles, NW • 1 star
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