Mackinac County, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
10,865 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,598 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$165,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$464 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$656 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.5% 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 24 17
Feb 1 17 18
Mar 2 11 26
Apr 2 4 40
May 3 0 51
Jun 3 0 60
Jul 3 0 66
Aug 3 0 65
Sep 3 0 57
Oct 3 0 46
Nov 3 8 35
Dec 2 22 24

Hazards

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MI State Senate District 38, MI State House District 108, MI
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Schools

Engadine Schools
13 miles, W • 2.3 star
Newberry Area School
16 miles, N • 1.9 star
Newberry Elementary School
16 miles, N • 1.9 star
Three Lakes Academy
22 miles, NW • 2.8 star

Colleges

Bay Mills Community College
39 miles, E • 1.4 star
Lake Superior State University
50 miles, E • 1.9 star
North Central Michigan College
58 miles, S • 1.4 star
Bay de Noc Community College
90 miles, W • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Helen Newberry Joy Hospital
16 miles, N • 4.1 star
Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital
49 miles, W • 4.1 star

Airports

Delta County Airport
91 miles, W • 1 star
Cherry Capital Airport
100 miles, SW • 1.4 star